Mahmud al-Kurdi Mosque, Mamluk mosque in Islamic Cairo, Egypt
The Mahmud al-Kurdi Mosque features a stone dome with horizontal chevron patterns and eight windows mounted on a circular drum structure.
Built in 1395 during the Mamluk period, the mosque was founded by Mahmud al-Kurdi, who served as majordomo to Sultan Barquq.
The metal doors display geometric star patterns and arabesque carvings, reflecting the detailed craftsmanship of medieval Islamic metalworking traditions.
The mosque underwent extensive renovations between 1979 and 2004, including the application of white plaster to its distinctive minaret.
The interior layout resembles a qa'a reception hall rather than a traditional mosque design, suggesting the building's possible residential origins.
Location: Cairo
Location: Cairo Governorate
Inception: 1395
Architectural style: Mamluk architecture
Part of: Islamic Cairo
GPS coordinates: 30.04111,31.25750
Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:51
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