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Khan el-Khalili
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NAME
Khan el-Khalili
OTHER NAMES
Khan el-Khalili
COUNTRY
Egypt
ADDRESS
El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate, Egypt.

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About Khan el-Khalili
It is a marketplace in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Khan el-Khalili

  • According to some records the Bazaar was founded in the 14th of 15th century. It is famous for offering antiques and is also a center of attraction for various tourists.
    According to some records the Bazaar was founded in the 14th of 15th century. It is famous for offering antiques and is also a center of attraction fo
  • The market has a spice market where the aroma of different spices can make you hungry and a range of scents in the perfume can take you into a different world. If you are an antique lover then this place is perfect for you. There are also fabric shops and carpet vendors in the market.
    The market has a spice market where the aroma of different spices can make you hungry and a range of scents in the perfume can take you into a differe
  • You can also enjoy Sufi celebrations at Mawlid Al-Hussein celebrations at Khan el-Khalili. Also, there is the Tannoura show at Wekalet El-Ghouri. So plan you trip during Mawlid Al-Hussein to make you trip memorable.
    You can also enjoy Sufi celebrations at Mawlid Al-Hussein celebrations at Khan el-Khalili. Also, there is the Tannoura show at Wekalet El-Ghouri. So p
  • Most of the venders in the market expect the customers to bargain that's why they say higher price that of goods worth so if you are a better haggler than you are perfect to make a purchase from this market.
  • Here the shop keepers are local farmers and craftsmen so they don't accept card so it is advised to the visitors to keep cash with themselves to shop at Khan El Khalili.
  • Don't dare to enter any shop. Many cases of shoppers are heard where the vendor pressurize them to make a purchase so it is better to buy that good which is visible from outside. May be a chance if the product you want is not seen in this shop will be displayed in some nearer shops.
  • Also there are Chinese products in the market so you need to have patience and true knowledge of the product that it is true Egyptian product or not.
  • It is also advised to the tourist that don't ask for the taxi just outside the market as they charge a higher amount from the tourist. Just walk a distance away from the place than hail a taxi so as to reach your hotel at small amount of fare.
  • Al-Hussein Mosque is very near to the market you can also visit there while planing a tour of the market. It is said that the Mosque contain the oldest manuscript of the Quran all over the world. Before entering take care of their local customs like women are required to cover up.
    Al-Hussein Mosque is very near to the market you can also visit there while planing a tour of the market. It is said that the Mosque contain the oldes
  • The authetic coffee is the especiality of the market. The market is also famous for Hamam Mahshy or stuffed pigeon. Although the dish is available all over Egypt but many foodies recommends that the best Hamam Mahshy is at this market.
    The authetic coffee is the especiality of the market. The market is also famous for Hamam Mahshy or stuffed pigeon. Although the dish is available all

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