Cairo Citadel Clock, Clock tower at Cairo Citadel, Egypt
The Cairo Citadel Clock is a stone tower housing a mechanical timepiece with large dials visible from multiple vantage points throughout the fortified complex. The structure rises prominently within the historical military site, displaying time across its faces for people moving through the citadel grounds.
The tower was added to the medieval fortress complex in more recent times, introducing timekeeping functions to the ancient military site. This addition merged practical time management with the citadel's enduring military and administrative role.
Local residents and visitors gather near the clock tower during religious festivals and national celebrations, making it a central meeting point in Cairo.
You can see the tower clearly from different areas of the citadel throughout the day, making it easy to check the time while exploring. In the evening, the illuminated dials remain visible and serve as a helpful point of reference for orientation within the complex.
The structure combines Islamic architectural elements with European clock tower design, resulting in a distinctive fusion of timekeeping and regional building traditions.
GPS coordinates: 30.02935,31.25934
Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02
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