Citadel of Qaitbay, Citadel in Alexandria, Egypt
The Citadel of Qaitbay is a 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean sea coast.
It was established in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa'it Bay.
The Citadel is situated on the same place as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Today, it houses a maritime museum with artifacts from the area and ancient times.
The Citadel has faced many wars but still stands as a prominent architectural and historic site.
Location: Alexandria Governorate
Inception: 882
Source: Wikimedia
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