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Mosque-Madrassa of al Ghouri
Mosque-Madrassa of al Ghouri

Marvelous Mameluke architecture

In front of al Ghouri Mausoleum
(Downtown)
Cairo,


Neighborhood: Downtown

Nearest Train: Sadat

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Built in 1504 by Sultan Quansuh al Ghouri, this building is a delightful example of Mameluke architecture. Situated opposite the mausoleum of al Ghouri, the two buildings form a fine monument to the Mamelukes. Look out for the unusual chimneypot minaret before you enter. The large entrance trilobate arch is beautifully decorated with stalactites. The entrance leads to a corrider that opens on to a central courtyard with four liwans. A visit here is well worth your time.

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we cant wait to go back
it was so cool i liked it it was fun it was exciting the aritecture work was outstanding...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 23 2005


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great!
A pretty spectacular mosque, and easy to combine with a visit to the khan or the mosque of al-Azhar....
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Aug 05 2004

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