Wander Islamic Cairo and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar

Away from the ancient sites, medieval Islamic Cairo is a maze of historic mosques, madrasas and gates, crowned by the great Citadel of Saladin with its Alabaster Mosque and sweeping views over the city. At its heart lies the Khan el-Khalili, a centuries-old bazaar that's a sensory overload of lanterns, spices, jewellery and copperware, where haggling is expected and mint tea flows. Much of it is free to wander. Pause at a historic coffeehouse to soak up the atmosphere. We'll map out a route through Islamic Cairo's highlights and tips for navigating the bazaar.