Religious Sites in Cairo

Religious Sites in Cairo, Egypt

Religious Sites in Cairo

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  • Sara Giorgia S
    8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing Mosque in el Cairo! I went by myself to visit and I made the right choice to go there.. really beautiful! Totally raccomande it
    Written May 15, 2024
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  • hullazamosc
    Zamosc, Poland26 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful view of the cairo from the top.very amazing spot for photos.Its one of the top things to do in cairo.very rich in history.
    Written August 22, 2024
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  • Violeta TT
    132 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Impressive place, of interest for christians, but not only. One of the oldest churches in Egypt. Beautiful architectural details, large collection of icons-110, interesting history.
    Written July 22, 2024
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  • geelongexpat
    Melbourne, Australia1,229 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Large Mosque with plenty of people visiting during the day. It was clean. They let me (man) through with shorts on too. But you need to take your shoes off. Entrance was free
    Written July 12, 2024
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  • Robert O
    Rotterdam, The Netherlands5,725 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Completed in 1363 this mosque and school symbolizes the power of the Mamluk sultans. Its initiator was Hassan, the energetic (7th) son of Mohamed Hassan. Perhaps in a hurry to leave his mark on the world - assassinated at the age of 27- he chose an ambitious project. The main building is 150 meters long, 68m wide and 36m high. A colossal structure even now, let alone if placed in the 14th century context. The ornamentation is perhaps not as refined as other examples of Mamluk architecture, but still awe inspiring.
    Written May 30, 2024
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  • laczkozsu
    Debrecen, Hungary2,257 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This mosque was opened in 879. It has a huge central yard with arcades on four sides. We had to wear a plastic bag on our shoes (we got it for some tips, of course). Prayer carpets are everywhere. Its spiral minaret is interesting, too.
    Written April 24, 2023
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  • basma tour guide
    Cairo, Egypt15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    من اروع واقدم الكنائس بمصر هناك ٧ كنائس ومعبد يهودى وجامع عمربن العاص وحصن بابليون كلهم بنفس المكان لذلك يطلق عليها مجمع الاديان, للمزيد من المعلومات واتس
    +201274139305
    One of the most wonderful and oldest churches in Egypt There are 7 churches, a synagogue and a mosque in the same area called theComplex of Religions or Old Cairo , for more information WhatsApp
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    Written December 19, 2023
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  • Diana B
    Iasi, Romania1,818 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very beautiful and impressive mosque near Hassan Mosque in Islamic Cairo. It is a monumental construction. Though it was built 500 years later than Hassan Mosque, they made it similar in appearance.
    Written May 29, 2024
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  • Robert D
    Brooklyn, New York4,257 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Ben Ezra Synagogue dates to the 12th century. It was rebuilt in the late 19th century. The interior is interesting to see. However, photography inside is prohibited.
    Written April 30, 2024
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  • Codiak!
    Abbotsford, Canada12,016 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    When we were on a G Adventures tour of Egypt we stopped in to this mosque to look around. It is a spectacular space.
    Written December 27, 2023
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  • Robert O
    Rotterdam, The Netherlands5,725 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Completed in 1285 in just 13th months time! It was possible, because the assigned supervisor even forced local passers-by to work. Not to mention other workers and enslaved Mongols who were taken as prisoners of war earlier. "Brutal abuse" was their fate according to contemporary historian Al Maqrizi. Sultan Qalawun and his son who both have their tombs in the mausoleum must have thought: it is the magnificent result that counts.
    Written June 11, 2024
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  • Faysordinarylife
    Emirate of Ajman, United Arab Emirates69 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a historical place and very sacred for muslims. There is a different kind of spiritual feel to this place but the cleanliness and chaos around the area disappointed me as a tourist. The management and people really need to work toward keeping the place clean.
    Written December 23, 2020
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  • Ghassan O
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unique space, so peaceful. Mingle with the monks, and show interest, they may take you to visit the old church wih all the frescoes.
    Written May 14, 2023
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  • LolaGo1
    Washington DC, DC6,633 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    There is enough signage in Coptic Cairo about this church, making it easy to locate it. Infront of this church is the beautiful picture of St. Barbara. I don’t know anything about this saint, just looked around the church and took some photos.
    Written October 22, 2023
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  • Eileen108
    Mount Shasta, CA4,887 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is just inside the Northern gate of Islamic Cairo, Bab Al Futuh. The mosque was built in 928 AD and it was interesting to just go around for a few minutes and admire the architecture and contemplate on the history. It is free entrance so worth a quick visit.

    This was included in a Mara House 9-day group tour (HIGHLY recommended!) with 16 others.
    Written October 18, 2018
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