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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 127 attractions in Cairo
Traveler Description: This massive stone fortress, built by Salah ad-Din in the 12th century, was crowned with the Mosque of Mohammed Ali 700 years later.
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Attraction type: Historic site, Religious site, Military base/facility, Architectural building, Neighborhood
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Address: al-Qala'a
Shar'a Salih Salem Cairo
Egypt

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Reviews of Citadel (Al-Qalaa)

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“A great day out”
5 of 5 stars
kill-phil
Manchester
Jun 30, 2008

When in cairo get a guide to take you to Alexandria to see these places. Citidel is tropical and beautiful. You have the freedom to roam the castle which is left in all its glory, even the execution room. The views are magnificant. TIP: However just outside there is a fish museum. We paid 20LE to enter and it was... more

“Impressive Cairo views from the Citadel”
4 of 5 stars
Nefertari
Melbourne, Australia
Dec 8, 2005
31/34 found this review helpful

The Citadel was built in the 12th Century and has had many additions over the years. It offers a fabulous view of Cairo from the terrace. Although I'm not really into architecture, I was impressed by the beauty and size of the place. There are actually three mosques, the largest is Mohammed Ali's. You will have to cover up your... more

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al-Qala'a | Shar'a Salih Salem, Cairo, Egypt