Al-Fustat, also known as Old Cairo, was the first capital established by the conquering Arab armies in Egypt. Built in 643 CE, it eventually evolved into a vibrant commercial, economic, and cultural center.
Cairo (Arabic: al-Qāhirah; Turkish: Kahire), the capital of Egypt, is the largest city in Africa and a major cultural, religious, and political center.
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