"Work must be intensified to finalize the project according to the scheduled timeline," Sherbiny told officials, stressing the need for immediate action on the park's final touches.
Key zones of the project include an investment and entertainment
area comprising a 131,000-square-meter zone overlooking the Ain al-Hayat lake,
featuring 12 restaurants, four malls, and a "Roman Theater" for
large-scale official celebrations.
The Hills and The River zone contains three distinct hills connected
by a water canal. The Kassaba Hill includes a tourist hotel and artificial
lakes, while the Heritage Gardens feature terraces overlooking the site.
The Excavation Hill spans 47 acres, where teams are
uncovering and restoring the ruins of the ancient city of Fustat. A
one-kilometer elevated walkway will allow visitors to view the archaeological
site from above.
A dedicated zone opposite the main entrance will host
year-round events, linked to the nearby civilization museum via a main axis.
The Minister noted that the park's elevation provides panoramic
views of Cairo’s landmark Citadel of Saladin and the Giza Pyramids.
The project is being executed by the Central Agency for Reconstruction as part of a wider government effort to revitalize historic Cairo, increase per capita green space, and boost heritage tourism by blending modern leisure with the city's ancient architectural fabric.