Al-Qahira Castle, Ta'izz

Name: Al-Qahira Castle
Address: Ta'izz, Yemen

#1 among attractions in Ta'izz

Top attraction, Forts and castles

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Al-Qahira Castle is a historical castle in the ancient city of Taiz, Yemen. It is located on the northern slope of Mount Sabr, which is based on rocky highlands overlooking the city. It is said that the area was originally referred as the old Taiz, and later renamed as Al-Qahira. The castle is considered as the nucleus of the city of Taiz. ()

Local name: قلعة القاهرة Coordinates: 13°34'0"N, 44°0'49"E

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Ta'izz Yemen

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Al-Qahira Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ashrafiya Mosque, National Museum Taiz, Garden City Funfair, Al-Qahirah District.

~1820 ftNW
Mosque
Ashrafiya Mosque, Ta'izz
9 min walk • Madrasa and Mosque of Al-Ashrafiya or Al-Ashrafiya Mosque is a historical madrasa-mosque located in the old city of Taiz, Yemen at the foot of Mount Sabr in the southwestern part of the city. It is arguably the most notable preserved artifact of Taiz, given its distinct and beautiful design.
0.8 miNE
13°34'25"N • 44°1'26"E
National Museum Taiz, Ta'izz
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13°34'26"N • 44°1'23"E
Garden City Funfair, Ta'izz
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1.3 miN
Neighbourhood
Al-Qahirah District, Ta'izz
33 min walk • Al Qahirah District is a district of the Taiz Governorate, Yemen. As of 2003, the district had a population of 149,394 inhabitants.
0.9 miNE
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Al-Shohada'a Stadium, Ta'izz
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13°34'26"N • 44°1'22"E
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