Egypt - Citadel

Saladin Citadel, Egypt – 2018. The Saladin Citadel of Cairo was started by Saladin in 1176 as a fortification against the Crusaders and was used by Egypt’s rulers for 700 years. In addition to the military fortress the complex includes three mosques and several palaces. The largest of the mosques is The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha.
Saladin Citadel of Cairo
Lion statue at Saladin Citadel of Cairo
Court and Mosaic Fountain of Absolution Mosque Mohammed Ali Pasha, Cairo
Fountain of Absolution Mosque Mohammed Ali Pasha, Cairo
Ceiling panel on the Fountain of Absolution Mosque Mohammed Ali Pasha, Cairo
The tomb of Muhammad Ali Pasha inside the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha
Staircase inside the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha
The interior of the main and supporting domes of the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha
One of four supporting columns inside the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha
Gazebo frame at the Saladin Citadel of Cairo
The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha
Saladin Citadel of Cairo
Saladin Citadel of Cairo
Saladin Citadel of Cairo
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