Cairo
Mother of the World
Cairo’s number one attraction on everyone’s itinerary is the Pyramids of Giza. Right on the edge of the city, these fourth dynasty funerary temples have been wowing travelers for centuries and continue to be one of the country’s major highlights. Despite the heat, the dust, and the tourist hustle, you can’t miss a trip here. With its three large pyramids, the only surviving wonder of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World.