Al-Sayeda Zainab Mosque, Islamic shrine and mosque in Central Cairo, Egypt
The Al-Sayeda Zainab Mosque features seven prayer halls parallel to the qibla wall and contains the tomb of Zainab surrounded by brass railings.
The mosque's construction began in 1547 under Ottoman rule, underwent renovations in 1768, and was completely rebuilt in 1940 with further expansions in 1969.
During the last Tuesday of Rajab month, thousands of visitors gather at the mosque for the annual Mawlid celebration of Sayeda Zainab.
The mosque underwent extensive renovations in 2005, expanding its area to 9,000 square meters to accommodate 1,500 worshippers simultaneously.
Two adjacent tombs at the entrance belong to Muslim scholars Mohammed Al-Atriss and Abdul Rahman Al-Aidarous, adding to the site's religious significance.
Location: Cairo Governorate
Architectural style: Islamic architecture, Mameluke Revival
Address: شارع الناصرية
GPS coordinates: 30.03172,31.24208
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:16
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