Greetings from downtown Cairo, where unpretentious cafés are part of centuries-old charm

Downtown Cairo, or Wust el-Balad as it's known, is a trove of hidden gems. Imprinted on every high-ceilinged building, arched balcony and iconic roundabout are relics that feel ...

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Greetings from downtown Cairo, where unpretentious cafés are part of centuries-old charm

NPR •published Apr 8, 2026, 5:58 PM UTC •fetched Apr 8, 2026, 6:06 PM UTC