The Mosque of Ibn Tulun is a historic and impressive mosque located in the city of Cairo, Egypt. It is considered to be one of the oldest and largest mosques in the city, and is known for its unique and stunning architecture. The mosque was built in the 9th century by Ahmad ibn Tulun, a Turkish governor of Egypt, and is named after him.
The mosque is situated in a large courtyard, which is surrounded by a wall with four entrances. The main entrance is located on the east side of the courtyard, and is decorated with intricate carvings and patterns. The courtyard itself is paved with marble and features a central fountain, which is used for ritual ablutions before prayer.
The mosque's most distinctive feature is its minaret, which is one of the oldest in Egypt. It is made of red brick and rises to a height of over 26 meters. The minaret is decorated with intricate carvings and patterns, and has a spiral staircase that leads to the top.
Inside the mosque, there is a large prayer hall that can accommodate up to 5,000 worshippers. The hall is supported by over 200 columns, which are made of marble, granite, and other types of stone. The columns are arranged in rows, and are decorated with intricate carvings and patterns.
The mosque also features a number of other rooms and chambers, including a library, a madrasa (Islamic school), and a mausoleum. The library contains a large collection of Islamic texts and manuscripts, while the madrasa was used to teach Islamic law and theology. The mausoleum contains the tomb of Ahmad ibn Tulun, as well as those of his family members.
Overall, the Mosque of Ibn Tulun is a remarkable example of Islamic architecture and history. Its unique design and impressive size make it a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Cairo.
Situated next to Metro Station Mohammed Farid, Two Bedroom Furnished Apartment in Mohamed Farid Street Downtown is a self-catering accommodation located in Cairo. It offers free Wi-Fi in all areas.
Number of rooms: 2
46 Mohammed Farid Street, Down Town, 99999 Cairo, Egypt
Pharaohs is located in a modern area of Cairo, 100 meters from the Nile River banks, facing Gezira Island. It features air-conditioned rooms equipped with satellite TV channels.
Number of rooms: 102
12 Lotfy Hassona, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
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Set in the leafy Garden City district of central Cairo, New Garden Palace Hotel offers simply furnished rooms with a balcony, under 5 minutes’ walk from central Tahrir Square and the Egyptian Museum.
Number of rooms: 106
11 Moderiat El Tahrir St Garden City, Garden City, 99999 Cairo, Egypt
Set within 1.4 km of The Egyptian Museum and 2.3 km of Mosque of Ibn Tulun, Heaven Hostel offers rooms in Cairo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Number of rooms: 3
41 شارع نوبار باشا, 4280032 Cairo, Egypt
Located in Downtown Cairo, Osiris Hotel is just a 500 metres walk from the Egyptian Museum. It offers free Wi-Fi in public areas and a roof-top terrace that offers views of downtown Cairo.
Number of rooms: 15
49 Nobar Street, Downtown, Bab El Louk , Cairo, Egypt
Minya Compound of the Armed Forces features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Al Minya. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. Free Wi-Fi and room service are provided.
Number of rooms: 45
Down the Nile Bridge / East of the Nile, 99999 Al Minya, Egypt
Featuring mountain views, Helmeya Apartment with Touristic Views features accommodation with barbecue facilities and a balcony, around 600 metres from Mosque of Ibn Tulun.
Number of rooms: 2
Sayeda Zainab Street, Houd Marsoud Street coming from Qadry street. , 12345 Cairo, Egypt
Boasting city views, Single room features accommodation with a terrace, around 2.3 km from The Egyptian Museum. Guests staying at this homestay have access to a balcony. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and Tahrir Square is 1.9 km away.
Number of rooms: 30
73 القصر العيني, 11562 Cairo, Egypt
Featuring accommodation with a terrace, 119برج الكرنك شارع مصر حلوان الزراعي is set in Cairo. This apartment is 3.5 km from Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha and 3.8 km from The Egyptian Museum.
Number of rooms: 3
كورنيش النيل المعادي 8, Cairo, Egypt
A great option for a journey on a budget - hotel «Cairo Palace» is located in Cairo. This hotel is located minutes away from the city center.
5 Imad El Din Downtown Cairo,Imad El Din, Cairo, 12421
ElSultan Hotel is situated in the Garden City district of Cairo, 2.5 km from Cairo Tower, 3.7 km from Mosque of Ibn Tulun and 4.1 km from Al-Azhar Mosque. The property has river and city views, and is 1.7 km from The Egyptian Museum.
Number of rooms: 4
Al Faskya 10, Garden City, Cairo, Egypt
Want to save money while travelling? It’s easy: hotel «Hotel Royal City Center» is located in Cairo. This hotel is located in walking distance from the city center.
34 El-Gomhoreya Square Cairo,El-Gomhoreya Square, Cairo, 00202
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Number of rooms: 2
Al Temsah, 11612 Cairo, Egypt
A perfect fit for a big group of travellers: apartment «The Place 3 charming downtown apartment» is located in Cairo. This apartment is located in walking distance from the city center.
Abd Al Aziz Gaweash, Cairo, 11111
A great option for a journey on a budget - hotel «Lovely double room with AC in Downtown» is located in Cairo. This hotel is located 1 km from the city center.
Mohammed Mahmoud, 11613, Cairo, Egypt, Cairo, 11613
