Tag Archive for: Cairo Medieval

Walls of the Cairo Citadel

Cairo Citadel – An Islamic Medieval Fortification in Cairo, Egypt

The Cairo Citadel in Egypt is a medieval Islamic fortification constructed in 1183 CE around the ancient city to protect against the invading Crusaders.
Boy selling bread in the Khan-el-Khalili bazaar

The Khan El Khalili Bazaar – There’s No Market Like It

Khan El Khalili bazaar is located in the Islamic district of Cairo. It is said to be the oldest open air market in the Middle East, and a must see attraction.

Babylon Fortress – A Fortified Ancient City that was Like No Other

Revisit the 6th century and discover the fascinating history of Babylon Fortress in Cairo, one of the most formidable fortified cities ever built in Egypt.
Bab El Futuh, Cairo

Bab al-Futuh – A Timeless Relic of the Old City in Cairo

Visit Old Cairo with us and stroll through Fatimid-era Bab-al-Futuh, one of the last remaining fortified gates that kept enemies out of the old walled city.
The historic street of Al-Muizz should be an important part of every tourist route in Cairo

Sultan Al-Ghuri Complex – A Reminder of Egypt’s Mamluk Era

Join us for a visit to the vast Sultan Al-Ghuri Complex in the heart of medieval Cairo; a funerary complex built by Egypt’s second last Mamluk ruler.
Cannons at the Al Gawhara Palace, Cairo Citadel

Al-Gawhara Palace – A Place of Architectural Beauty

Visit the exceptional Al-Gawhara Palace and enjoy a peek into the life of Muhammad Ali as you wonder around admiring indescribable architectural splendor.
View of Qalawun Complex from Muizz street also this area is nicknamed Bayn Al Qasrayn

Qalawun Complex – A Tale of a Sultan and His Prisoners of War

Come visit the vast Qalawun Complex in the heart of Medieval Cairo, and home to the world’s second-most beautiful mausoleum.
View over Islamic Cairo and the Mosque of Sultan Hassan

Islamic Cairo – Discover The True Charm Of Medieval Cairo

Islamic Cairo, also known as Medieval Cairo, is home to the region’s most historically significant mosques and Islamic monuments, but it has even more to offer.