Discover The Historical Mosques In Cairo - Free Tour
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See the magnificent religious architecture of Old Cairo on a 3-hour,
Start your tour with visit to the Mosque of Ibn Tulun, a historic mosque that was commissioned by Ahmad Ibn Tulun in the 9th century. According to local legend, the mosque is built on the site that Noah’s ark was grounded after a historic flood, and even the mosque’s minarets and architecture are surrounded by local myths and stories.
Then move to Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan The Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan is a monumental mosque and madrasa located in Salah al-Din Square in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan.
Head to Al-Rifa'i Mosque Al-Rifa'i Mosque is located in Salah al-Din Square, adjacent to the Cairo Citadel. Now, it is also the royal mausoleum of Muhammad Ali's family. The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure.
Please note that there is some entrance fees for Sultan hassan mosque
Tipping are appreciated.
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