Located on the road northwest of Cairo towards Alexandria, the Birqash Camel Market is one of Egypt’s larger camel markets, with hundreds and thousands of camels waiting to be sold
Visitors can witness the bustling scenes of Egyptians haggling
Entry to the camel market requires a ticket, and it is undoubtedly an excellent location for photography enthusiasts to capture scenes
The market is open on Fridays and Sundays from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM throughout the year, with specific business hours subject to the day’s opening status
It is essential to note that the camel market can be quite dirty and noisy, with a need to be vigilant against pickpockets, and women should dress conservatively
