First on my list was the iconic Cairo Tower, a sleek and modernist structure that had been built in the 1960s. The tower offered breathtaking views of the city, and I was amazed by the way it seemed to pierce the sky like a giant needle. As I looked out over the city, I could see the sprawling metropolis stretching out in every direction, a sea of buildings and streets that seemed to go on forever.
As I prepared to leave Cairo and head back home, I felt grateful for the opportunity to experience the city's incredible architecture firsthand. "Cairo Since 1900: An Architectural Guide" had been an indispensable companion on my journey, and I knew that I would return to it again and again as I continued to explore the world of architecture. cairo since 1900 an architectural guide
Over the next few days, I explored more and more of Cairo's incredible architecture, from the modernist masterpieces of the 1950s and 60s to the sleek, contemporary buildings that seemed to spring up overnight. I visited the Egyptian Museum, which housed an incredible collection of ancient artifacts, and the Khan el-Khalili market, a bustling bazaar that had been in operation for centuries. First on my list was the iconic Cairo