Al-Hussein Mosque, Shiite mosque in Islamic Cairo, Egypt
The Al-Hussein Mosque features three marble doors facing Khan el-Khalili bazaar and contains a silver chamber adorned with diamond rows.
Built in 1154 under Fatimid rule, the mosque holds the believed burial site of Imam Hussein's head, transferred from Palestine during the Crusades.
The mosque maintains a collection of Islamic artifacts, including one of the oldest Quran manuscripts and reported personal items of Prophet Muhammad.
Located near Khan el-Khalili market, the mosque receives many visitors during Ramadan when religious and educational events take place.
The minaret, constructed in 1235 by Abu al-Qasim al-Sukari, displays decorative elements characteristic of Ayyubid architectural patterns.
Location: Cairo Governorate
Location: Al-Hussein
Architectural style: Islamic architecture
GPS coordinates: 30.04780,31.26310
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:38
Cairo preserves an architectural heritage spanning over fifteen centuries. This collection includes religious buildings, traditional houses, and utilitarian structures that reflect the Fatimid, Mamluk, and Ottoman periods. Mosques such as Sultan Hassan with its 68-meter minaret stand alongside ancient homes with mashrabiya windows, while the 9th-century Nilometer highlights the river's importance in Egyptian society. The route passes through various historic districts, from El Khalifa with its medieval monuments to Ottoman houses from the 16th and 17th centuries like Bayt Al-Suhaymi or those housing the Gayer-Anderson Museum. Aqsunqur Mosque stands out with its Iznik tiles showcasing floral motifs, a legacy of Ottoman influence. The City of the Dead, a cemetery stretching four kilometers, illustrates the continuity between burial sites and inhabited areas. Green spaces like Al-Azhar Park offer views of a dense city where traditions blend with everyday life.
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