Darb 1718, Cairo

#239 among attractions in Cairo

Museum, Art gallery

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Darb 1718 is an Egyptian contemporary art and culture center located in the Fustat area of Old Cairo. As a registered non-profit, charity organization Darb 1718 seeks to encourage experimentation by supporting new works by emerging artists with particular attention to artistic merit, diversity of media and aesthetic traditions, along with originality of cultural influences. It thereby acts as “a trampoline to advance the burgeoning contemporary art movement in Egypt.” It also aims at presenting local and international contemporary art, archiving artwork and maintaining a comprehensive database of art in Egypt, as well as acting as an educational front through providing workshops, projects and film screenings. The center also aims to engage the local Fustat community through community service and outreach programs. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 30°0'11"N, 31°13'54"E

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Kom Ghorabمصر القديمة (القاهرة القديمة)Cairo Egypt

Contact

+20 2 23610511

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Darb 1718 – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Babylon Fortress, Coptic Museum, Hanging Church, Mosque of Amr ibn al-As.

~1310 ftNW
Forts and castles, Ancient Roman architecture
Babylon Fortress, Cairo
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~1160 ftNW
Museum of ancient Egyptian Christian art
Coptic Museum, Cairo
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Old Cairo, the Coptic Museum stands as a testament to Egypt's rich Christian heritage, offering a profound glimpse into the history of Coptic civilization. The museum, which houses the largest collection of Coptic Christian artifacts in the...
~980 ftNW
Coptic place of worship with icons
Hanging Church, Cairo
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Old Cairo, the Hanging Church, also known as Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church, is a historical and architectural marvel that continues to draw visitors from around the globe. This iconic church, dating back to the 3rd century, is famed...
0.5 miN
Historic mosque with a large courtyard
Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, Cairo
13 min walk • The Mosque of Amr ibn al-As is a monumental piece of Islamic history nestled in the heart of Cairo, Egypt. Established in 642 AD, it holds the distinction of being the first mosque built on the African continent. Named after the Muslim commander Amr ibn al-As, this...
~1260 ftN
Church, Historical place
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, Cairo
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~960 ftN
Ornate temple with historic significance
Ben Ezra Synagogue, Cairo
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1.1 miW
29°59'51"N • 31°12'54"E
The Pharaonic Village, Cairo
28 min walk • Museum, Historical place
0.5 miNW
Palace
Manasterly Palace, Cairo
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0.5 miNW
Museum
Umm Kulthum Museum, Cairo
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0.5 miS
Museum, Science museum
Egyptian Geological Museum, Cairo
13 min walk • The Egyptian Geological Museum is a museum in Cairo, Egypt. The museum was established in 1904 as part of the Egyptian Geological Survey, which had been started in 1896 under the direction of the Khedive Ismail. The museum was the first of its kind in the Middle East and the African continent.
0.5 miNW
Dam, Park, Historical place
Nilometer, Cairo
13 min walk • A nilometer was a structure for measuring the Nile River's clarity and water level during the annual flood season. There were three main types of nilometers, calibrated in Egyptian cubits: a vertical column, a corridor stairway of steps leading down to the Nile, or a deep well with culvert.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Darb 1718 open?

Darb 1718 is open:

Monday 10 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 10 pm
Thursday 10 am - 10 pm
Friday 2 pm - 10 pm
Saturday 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday 10 am - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Darb 1718?

Nearby attractions include Church of the Holy Virgin, Cairo (3 min walk), Ben Ezra Synagogue, Cairo (5 min walk), Hanging Church, Cairo (5 min walk), Church of St. George, Cairo (5 min walk).

How to get to Darb 1718 by public transport?

The nearest stations to Darb 1718:

Metro

Mar Girgis • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)
Al-Zahraa • Lines: 1 (14 min walk)

Bus

Amr Ibn Al-Aas (12 min walk)
Athar an Nabi (26 min walk)