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Info about Muhammed Ali’s Mosque | The Alabaster Mosque

05 16, 2023

The Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha is one of the most famous archaeological and touristic landmarks that you can visit during Egypt Classic Tours in Egypt. The inspiration of the design of this mosque was inspired by the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul. In 1246 AH / 1830 AD Construction of the mosque began, and work continued until Muhammad Ali Pasha’s death. He chose to be buried in the tomb in the southwestern corner.

The work on the walls, domes, and minarets had been completed at that time. When Abbas Pasha I was the ruler, he ordered the completion of the remaining marble, works, engraving, and gilding, and added the marble structure and the copper compartment to the mausoleum of the founder. In 1939 AD During the reign of King Fuad I, the mosque was opened after its restoration during the reign of King Farouk I. You can be accompanied by a certified guide to see this beautiful work and visit the nearby area of Old Cairo during one of your chosen tours from Cairo Day Tours with Cairo Top Tours.

Therefore, Muhammad Ali Pasha’s successors continued the construction and decoration of the mosque, so they added some simple decorations and additions to it. They also made it as the center for annual celebrations and religious occasions. It has a very special location next to it inside the citadel is the Al-Nasir Qalawun Mosque, while outside and near the citadel wall are various historical mosques, including the Sultan Hassan Mosque, Al-Rifai Mosque, Al-Mahmoudiya Mosque, Qani Bay Al-Rimah Mosque, and Jawhar Mosque. In addition, the area is very near to the Coptic Cairo where you can visit the Hanging Church and Abu Serga church during Egypt Easter Tours with your family.

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The Mosque of Muhammad Ali is a prominent landmark in Cairo and is often considered the most recognizable and symbolic mosque in the city. Its distinctive silhouette, visible from various parts of Cairo, has become an integral part of the city's skyline and is widely associated with the Egyptian capital.

Mohamed Ali was laid to rest in a special place called a tomb. It is located on the right side of the entrance, in a mosque called Beit Al Salah. This mosque was built to look like another famous mosque in Istanbul called Sultan Ahmed Mosque.

The Mosque of Muhammad Ali was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha, the ruler of Egypt, and construction began in 1830. The mosque was completed in 1848, during the reign of Muhammad Ali's successors.

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