Time Zone |
Asia/Riyadh |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Africa/Cairo |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Located on the Arabian Peninsula in southwestern Asia, Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Middle East, with Riyadh as its capital. Major cities in the country include Jeddah (the economic center of the Red Sea coast), Mecca (the first holy place of Islam, which attracts Muslims from all over the world to perform Hajj every year), Medina (the second holy place of Islam), etc. The country is rich in oil resources and is one of the largest oil exporters in the world. Rich in oil resources, it is one of the world's largest oil exporters, and in recent years, it has been actively promoting the "2030 Vision" to promote economic diversification. Culturally, Islam is the core religion, and traditional Arab customs are preserved, while modernization is rapid, with well-developed transportation and infrastructure.
Cairo is the capital and largest city of Egypt, located at the tip of the Nile Delta, and is a major cultural, political and economic center in Africa and the Arab world. As a metropolis of over 20 million people, Cairo is known for its rich historical sites, such as the Giza Pyramid Complex, the Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum, which showcase the splendor of ancient Egyptian civilization.
The city blends traditional and modern elements, with busy bazaars (such as the Khan al-Khalili Market), Islamic architecture (such as the Muhammad Ali Mosque) and recreational areas along the Nile. Cairo's people live a life centered on hospitality and family, with street food and tea culture as daily features.
As Egypt's economic hub, Cairo dominates finance, tourism and manufacturing. The transportation system includes a subway, buses and cabs, but congestion is common. The city is pushing for modernization through projects such as the new administrative capital.