Qalawun complex, Cairo

Name: Qalawun complex
Address: El Moez Ldeen Allah St. - Al Azhar, Cairo, Egypt

#68 among attractions in Cairo

Historical place, Mausoleum

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The Qalawun complex is a massive complex in Cairo, Egypt, built by Sultan al-Mansur Qalawun in 1284–1285. It is located at Bayn al-Qasrayn on al-Mu'izz street and includes a hospital, a madrasa and his mausoleum. It is widely regarded as one of the major monuments of Islamic Cairo and of Mamluk architecture, notable for the size and scope of its charitable operations as well as for the richness of its architecture. ()

Local name: مسجد ومدرسة السلطان الناصر محمد Completed: 1285 (739 years ago)Coordinates: 30°2'58"N, 31°15'39"E

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El Moez Ldeen Allah St. - Al Azharالقاهرة الإسلامية (الجمالية)Cairo Egypt

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Qalawun complex – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Qalawun complex?

Nearby attractions include Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Barquq, Cairo (2 min walk), Madrasa of Al-Nasir Muhammad, Cairo (2 min walk), El Sakkakini, Cairo (2 min walk), Hammam of Sultan Inal, Cairo (2 min walk).

How to get to Qalawun complex by public transport?

The nearest stations to Qalawun complex:

Metro

Bab el Shaaria • Lines: 3 (11 min walk)
Attaba • Lines: 2, 3 (20 min walk)

Train

Orabi (32 min walk)
Ramses Station (33 min walk)

Bus

High Jet (35 min walk)
Suez & Sinai Bus Station (34 min walk)