# 6th of October City

Giza, Egypt

A planned desert city southwest of Cairo, founded in 1979 under President Sadat and named for the 1973 October War. Now a major hub of industry, banking, and private universities within Greater Cairo.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for 6th of October City, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 29.98333, 30.96667

[City page](/cities/giza)

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