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Cairo was founded in 1835. It was incorporated as a town in 1870 and as a city in 1906. In 1905, Cairo was designated seat of the newly formed Grady County. [5] The city was named after Cairo, the capital of Egypt. [6]
21 hours ago · Constructing Egypt’s New Capital. Renowned for its grand architecture, cultural heritage, and religious sites, Cairo has a rich history extending back to the 10th century C.E. The city’s long run as Egypt’s capital, however, is coming to a close. As has happened many times in the country’s past, the seat of the national government is ...
Mar 20, 2024 · Egypt is building a new city, known as the "New Administrative Capital," 30 miles east of Cairo. Construction on the 270-square-mile area began in 2016, and once complete it could hold as many as...
Oct 7, 2022 · While Egyptians initially welcomed the new infrastructure that would ease daily commutes and travel within the country, the overhaul is decimating the country’s cultural heritage, most notably in its sprawling capital, Cairo.
Jan 4, 2024 · CAIRO, Jan 4 (Reuters) - Egypt is preparing to spend billions doubling the size of a lavish new capital it is building in the desert 45 km (28 miles) east of Cairo, where the first residents are...
1 day ago · The decision to build this new capital comes as Cairo's population continues to surge. Estimates in 2024 placed the city's population at over 22 million, with a density of more than 50,000 people ...
Mar 18, 2024 · The new capital city lies between the regional ring road, the Cairo-Suez road and Cairo-El Ain El Sokhna road. The development will include an international airport, monorail and electric train to link it with the 10th of Ramadan and El-Salam cities.
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