Heliopolis, established in 1905 by the Heliopolis Oases
Company, was a pioneering urban project northeast
of Cairo. Spanning 25 square kilometers, it introduced
a European-style lifestyle with wide boulevards,
gardens, and open spaces. Known for its hotels,
amusement parks, and leisure venues, it quickly
became a popular destination for the middle class,
embodying early 20th-century modernity and
cosmopolitan charm.