Sheikh Zayed is a historic area located in Cairo, Egypt, near the Nile River. It is best known as the birthplace of former Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser, who led Egypt to independence from the British in 1952.

The area is also home to a large number of mosques, monasteries, and tombs, many of which date back to the 18th century. Sheikh Zayed was originally an important pilgrimage site for Muslims from all over the Arab world, but it has since become a popular tourist spot.

The largest attraction in Sheikh Zayed is the Royal Valley of the Sheikhs, a sprawling complex of palaces and gardens that were once used by the ruling families of Egypt and the Ottoman Empire. The complex was built in the late 19th century and consists of several ornate buildings, several courtyards, and hundreds of smaller structures and pathways.

The Royal Valley is surrounded by ancient walls and contains several tombs and artifacts, making it one of the most important heritage sites in Egypt. Sheikh Zayed has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is visited by thousands of tourists each year. The area is also home to several markets, where visitors can purchase traditional handic