Mokattam, Residential quarter in Cairo Governorate, Egypt.
The Mokattam district extends across limestone hills at 182 meters elevation, forming a natural border along the eastern edge of Cairo.
Ancient Egyptians extracted limestone from Mokattam quarries during the Old Kingdom period to construct monuments, including the pyramids of Giza.
The Zabbaleen community of 40,000 residents maintains an organized waste management system, processing materials into crafts and recycled products.
The district contains ten neighborhoods with schools, medical facilities, and shopping centers, connected to central Cairo through multiple transportation routes.
The Monastery of St. Simon occupies a cave within the cliffs, featuring a cathedral and large biblical sculptures created by Polish artists.
Location: Cairo Governorate
Elevation above the sea: 182 m
GPS coordinates: 30.02000,31.30000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:49
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