Cairo Citadel

Cairo Citadel Saladin or Salah Ed-Din in Mokattam Hills in Egypt
There is a brass clock tower in the middle of the northwestern riwak, which was presented to Muhammad Ali by King Louis Philippe of France in 1845. The clock was reciprocated with the obelisk of Luxor now standing in Place de la Concorde in Paris. Funny thing is that the clock has never worked... #Cairo #Egypt
Cairo from up
Salah El Din Citadel Cairo. I have tried to visit religious places in every country I have been. #Egypt #Cairo
The Citadel of the Mountain (Qal‘at al-Jabal) in Cairo is one of the major works of military architecture of the middle ages. Situated on a spur that was artificially cut out of the Muqattam Hills, the Citadel dominates the city of Cairo and turns its back to the rocky hills and the desert behind. Founded by Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi (Saladin) in 1176 AD, the Citadel was a sign of the coming of a new regime whose roots were foreign and tastes were military. For almost seven centuries (1206-1874 AD), it was the seat of government for the Ayyubids (1171-1250 AD), Mamluks (1250-1516 AD), Ottomans (1516-1798 AD), and the Muhammad ‘Ali Family (1798-1952 AD), as well as a real and symbolic barrier between the rulers and the ruled. During this long period, it was the stage upon which the history of Egypt was played out.

Tours & day trips

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Best ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,inside Pyramids|Tombs

Best ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,inside Pyramids|Tombs

Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 109 reviews
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Price is ฿870 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Sunset & Night Open Air Nile Cruise in Cairo & Giza

Sunset & Night Open Air Nile Cruise in Cairo & Giza

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 27 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,296 per adult
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Cairo: Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise, Show & Optional Transfer

Cairo: Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise, Show & Optional Transfer

Activity duration is 3 hours
8.2 out of 10 with 215 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,741 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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6 Days Nile Cruise:Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel with Train Tickets from Cairo

6 Days Nile Cruise:Luxor,Aswan,Abu Simbel with Train Tickets from Cairo

Activity duration is 6 days
9.0 out of 10 with 64 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿48,339 per adult*
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Shopping & fashion

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Cairo Shopping Tour with a Visit to Khan El Khalili Market

Cairo Shopping Tour with a Visit to Khan El Khalili Market

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
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Price is ฿1,296 per adult*
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There is a brass clock tower in the middle of the northwestern riwak, which was presented to Muhammad Ali by King Louis Philippe of France in 1845. The clock was reciprocated with the obelisk of Luxor now standing in Place de la Concorde in Paris. Funny thing is that the clock has never worked... #Cairo #Egypt

Muhammad Ali Mosque

4.5/5(11 reviews)

After visiting Muhammad Ali Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cairo. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Muhammad Ali Mosque
#history Originally Beit El Kertlia, this historic home has so many grand rooms, ornate decor, beautiful courtyards, gardens and and my favorite part, the rooftop (you can see Ibn Tulum mosque from here). ⁣ ⁣ One of the many interesting features in this house, is an indoor well, it is in the first room you can enter to your right. They say if you stare closely down the well, you'll see the face of your lover staring back at you

Gayer-Anderson Museum

You can study the exhibits at Gayer-Anderson Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cairo. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

Gayer-Anderson Museum
Al-Azhar Park, is a public park located in Cairo, Egypt.

Al-Azhar Park

Explore the great outdoors at Al-Azhar Park, a lovely green space in Cairo. Take in the fascinating museums while you're in the area.

Al-Azhar Park

El Gawhara (Jewel) Palace Museum

You can browse the exhibits at El Gawhara (Jewel) Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cairo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

El Gawhara (Jewel) Palace Museum

El Rifai Mosque

El Rifai Mosque is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

El Rifai Mosque

Sultan Hussan Mosque

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Sultan Hussan Mosque is just one of the places to see in Cairo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

Sultan Hussan Mosque

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