Madrasa of Uljay al-Yusufi, Cairo

Name: Madrasa of Uljay al-Yusufi
Address: Cairo, Egypt

#138 among attractions in Cairo

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The Madrasa of Uljay al-Yusufi was built in the area between Bab Zuwayla and the Cairo Citadel during the reign of the Mamluk sultan Al-Ashraf Sha'ban. ()

Coordinates: 30°2'6"N, 31°15'26"E

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القاهرة الإسلامية (الحلمية)Cairo Egypt

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Madrasa of Uljay al-Yusufi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Khan el-Khalili, Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Cairo Citadel, Sultan Hassan Mosque.

0.9 miN
Major bazaar selling souvenirs and crafts
Khan el-Khalili, Cairo
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0.5 miS
Imposing, alabaster-clad mosque
Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Cairo
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Landmark medieval Islamic fortress
Cairo Citadel, Cairo
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~990 ftS
14th-century religious education center
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~1210 ftS
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0.5 miSE
Museum, History museum
Egyptian National Military Museum, Cairo
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~1130 ftNE
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0.5 miN
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~1100 ftNE
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~1640 ftSW
Palace, Historical place
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Madrasa of Uljay al-Yusufi?

Nearby attractions include Al-Rifa'i Mosque, Cairo (4 min walk), Amir Alin Aq Palace, Cairo (5 min walk), Sultan Hassan Mosque, Cairo (5 min walk), Mosque of Qani-Bay, Cairo (6 min walk).

How to get to Madrasa of Uljay al-Yusufi by public transport?

The nearest stations to Madrasa of Uljay al-Yusufi:

Bus

El Sayeda Aysha Bus Station (17 min walk)

Metro

Mohamed Naguib • Lines: 2 (27 min walk)
Saad Zaghloul • Lines: 1 (30 min walk)