Ras el-Tin Palace, Royal palace on Mediterranean coast in Alexandria, Egypt
The palace spans 17,000 square meters with gardens extending across 12 feddans, featuring Italian Renaissance architecture and decorative round pillars.
Construction of the palace began in 1834 under Mohamed Ali and completed in 1847, marking the establishment of the Muhammad Ali dynasty.
The structure incorporates Italian ornaments, Byzantine designs, and French styles, reflecting the multicultural influences on Egyptian architecture during the 19th century.
The palace functions as an official residence for the Egyptian President, with restricted access to the main building while gardens remain open.
The eastern gate displays six granite pillars topped with Egyptian crowns and copper Quranic verse engravings.
Location: Alexandria Governorate
Inception: 1847
Architects: Pietro Avoscani
Official opening: 1847
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 31.19964,29.86883
Latest update: May 12, 2025 07:13
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