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Al-Azhar Mosque, Cairo

4.6

#7 of 53 in Historic Sites in Cairo

Religious Site · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot

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Twin carved-stone minarets define Al-Azhar Mosque, one of Cairo's largest sanctuaries and an Islamic university. Built in 970, the mosque features a white façade stressed with rosette and keel-arched panels cut in the Fatimid style. Accessed through the 15th century Barber's Gate, the mosque's three stately minarets overlook a huge courtyard while alabaster pillars support the large carpeted prayer hall. Admire Mamluk-period stone lattices of the residential quarters of the madrassas here as you escape in the midst of the city. A visit to Al-Azhar Mosque represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Cairo trip itinerary maker app to plot your vacation.

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4.8

By 626amaraw

Lovely architecture, must visit and you can enjoy khan al khalili bazaar and the Al Azhar park or the citadel of Salahuddin with it (recommend the citadel all morning and afternoon and then maybe a...

Lovely architecture, must visit and you can enjoy khan al khalili bazaar and the Al Azhar park or the citadel of Salahuddin with it (recommend the citadel all morning and afternoon and then maybe a... more »
By Muhammad Hilmi M

Gand Mosque adjacent to Al Azhar University. Good place for Muslims to perform their prayers though the ablution area is approx 50m from the prayer hall. Nearby Souk, walking distance and plenty to...

Gand Mosque adjacent to Al Azhar University. Good place for Muslims to perform their prayers though the ablution area is approx 50m from the prayer hall. Nearby Souk, walking distance and plenty to... more »

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By Fatima D

Absolutely stunning old architecture... I saw it only on the outside on a stroll in Khan Al Khalili and it is very well lit externally and looks majestic. It will warrant a special visit during the day some other time.

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By Adrian D

Very beautiful mosque, with stunning architecture. Definitely worth visiting if you are already in Islamic Cairo. Our brief visit coincided with prayer time, so we didn't have to pay an entrance fee.

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