Mosque of Sayyidna Al Hussein

Mosque of Sayyidna Al Hussein

Al Hussein Mosque is one of the most important Islamic sites in Egypt and is said to be the tomb of Hussein the grandson of the Prophet Mohammed Most of the mosque is from around 1870 except for the beautiful 14th century stucco panels on the minaret,There are also other Mosques such as Mosque of Mohamed Ali which is beautiful example of ottoman archititure and Mosque of Al Aqmar which built in 1125

Architectural Points

The modern metal sculptures in front are Teflon canopies that expand to cover the worshippers during Friday prayers. These canopies are a modern touch to the historic site mixing tradition with modernity  If this is your first time to visit Egypt Tours which has many packages to select one from it , 

Religious Significance

The death of Hussein in Karbala, Iraq was a turning point that widened the gap between the Sunni and Shiite branches of Islam. Al Hussein Mosque in Cairo claims to have Hussein’s head but the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus also claims to have it both mosques were built by Sunnis  Egypt has many mosques which you should visit yu will be amazed and if your stay in Egypt is short Egypt Short Tours Packages will offer you trips it's perid is short 

Visitor Information

Al-Hussein Mosque is one of the few mosques in Cairo where non-Muslims are not allowed to enter it’s a very sacred site. But you can see the mosque from outside and feel the spiritual atmosphere of the area you will have so much fun in Egypt Travel Packages