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Maadi: the green suburb and its desert canyon

A leafy suburb on the river, with the desert canyon of Wadi Degla.

In depth

  1. Area guide

    Maadi, green and residential

    Maadi·In depth

    A leafy riverside suburb south of the centre, home to As-Salam International Hospital and the canyon of Wadi Degla.

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What to see and do

  1. Desert canyon

    Wadi Degla Protectorate

    Maadi·Protected area

    A desert valley on the edge of Maadi, for walking and cycling among limestone cliffs.

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