Want to see the real Egypt? The one far from the tourist bazaars and ancient temples? Welcome to the Birqash Camel Market (Souk el Gamal), the largest and most chaotic, authentic, and unforgettable “working” market in all of Egypt. This is not a tourist attraction; it’s a real, gritty, “behind-the-scenes” look at a centuries-old tradition.
Located about 60 km (35 miles) northwest of Cairo, this is where traders, farmers, and butchers from all over Egypt—and as far away as Sudan and Libya—come to buy and sell thousands of camels in a flurry of activity.
For the adventurous traveler, the photographer, or anyone who wants to see the raw, unfiltered side of Egyptian commerce, this is an experience you will never forget.
