Mosque of Aslam Al Silahdar

Near the Bab Al Mahruq entrance of Al Azhar Park, Al Azhar Mosque is a famous landmark in Cairo for its history and architecture there are also another mosques in egypt such as Mosque of Mohammed Ali which is a beautiful example of ottoman architecture and Mosque of Sayyidna Al Hussein which is one of the most important islamic arts

History

Built in the 14th century, Al Azhar Mosque Egypt which built in 970 AD as the heart of new fatimid city and has stone-inlay floors, carved-stucco medallions on the walls and a beautiful dome. It has been a centre for Islamic learning since its inception.

Surroundings

Next to the mosque is a gallery of neighborhood handicrafts to see the local art and culture. The area around Al Azhar Mosque is full of traditional markets and historic sites so it’s a great place to start your cultural tour in Cairo there is also and Mosque of Qaitbey which built in 1474

Getting to Al Azhar Mosque

From Bab Zuweila go east behind the Mosque of Qijmas Al Ishaqi. Follow the signs or ask for directions to find this beauty and its surrounding cultural attractions.

Plan Your Visit

Dive into the history and architecture of Al Azhar Mosque. Relax in its peaceful interiors filled with Islamic art and craft. Don’t miss the nearby markets and get into Cairo’s culture and there are also another lanmarks in cairo you should visit Cairo Day Tours give many recommendations to choose from also you can travel to another countries to visit another landmarks Egypt Travel Packages give you also many packages to choose frorm and also if you want to travel with your family you can book this tours through Egypt Family Tours give you many option to choose from