Salah El-Din Citadel

Description

Salah El-Din Citadel: The Guardian of Cairo’s Skyline

Explore the fortress that protected Egypt for over 700 years with AMOS Tours. Built by the legendary Sultan Saladin in 1176 AD, the Citadel of Cairo is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a masterpiece of medieval military architecture, offering the most iconic views of the city.

Highlights of Your Citadel Experience:

• The Mosque of Muhammad Ali (The Alabaster Mosque): Admire the majestic twin minarets and the stunning alabaster-coated walls of this Ottoman masterpiece, which dominates the Cairo skyline.

• Panoramic Terrace: Stand on the Citadel’s highest point for a breathtaking view of the Pyramids of Giza, Old Cairo, and the winding streets of the city.

• The Mamluk Mosque of Al-Nasir Muhammad: Step inside this unique mosque famous for its beautiful turquoise-tiled minarets and grand hypostyle hall.

• The National Military Museum: Discover Egypt’s heroic history through a vast collection of weapons, uniforms, and artifacts housed within the royal palaces of the Citadel.

• Gawhara Palace (The Jewel Palace): Explore the elegant residence of Muhammad Ali Pasha, featuring a blend of Ottoman and European architectural styles.