Nilometer

The Cairo Nilometer is situated on Roda Island and was built in AD 861. The exquisite Nilometer is housed within the stunning Monastiri Palace. As well as predicting the yearly harvest's situation, it was really utilized to calculate the River Nile's rise and fall. The Turkish-style dome is a symbol of the outstanding architectural ability present during the Farouk era.

The Sharia Al Malek As Salih is where you can access the building. In addition to this magnificent building, you should also check out the Umm Kulthum Museum, which is devoted to the Egyptian diva Umm Kulthum. In addition to having some decaying early 20th-century mansion architecture, Roda Island's streets are enjoyable to meander through outside the palace.

A tiny museum honoring the life of Egypt's celebrated diva is located on the Nilometer as well. The most well-known singer in the Arab world, Umm Khalthum (1898–1975), may be heard playing loudly on the streets of Egypt from ahwas (classic coffee shops) and on almost every taxi's stereo. The museum's interior houses a collection of the singer's belongings, including her stunning stage attire covered in sequins. There's also an intriguing black and white documentary about her life (with English subtitles). This can be seen as one of the Best Places To Visit In Cairo.

Address: Roda Island, Cairo, 11511

Phone: unknown

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