Salihiyya Madrasa

The Salihiyya Madrasa comprises two parallel wings separated by a passageway, featuring open inner courts and traditional iwans for classroom instruction.

Sultan As-Salih Ayyub established this institution in 1242, creating the first madrasa in Cairo to offer teachings from all four Sunni schools of law.

The building introduced minarets to madrasas, departing from earlier traditions that reserved these architectural elements exclusively for Friday mosques.

Located on al-Muizz Street, the structure stands partially covered by modern shops, with only its minaret and central facade sections remaining visible.

The mausoleum contains the oldest Egyptian prayer niche decorated with marble and features carved wooden Quranic friezes surrounding the burial chamber.

Location: Cairo Governorate

Elevation above the sea: 33 m

Website: https://egymonuments.gov.eg/en/monuments/madrasa-and-mausoleum-of-al-salih-nagm-al-din-ayyub

Part of: Islamic Cairo

Address: 27X6+MG5, Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi, El-Gamaleya, El Gamaliya, Cairo Governorate 4331311, Egypt 4331311 4331311

Opening Hours: Poniedziałek-Niedziela 09:00-17:00

Website: https://egymonuments.gov.eg/en/monuments/madrasa-and-mausoleum-of-al-salih-nagm-al-din-ayyub

GPS coordinates: 30.04913,31.26132

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:59