The Mosque Of Ahmed ibn Tulun
The Mosque Of Ahmed ibn Tulun The Founder Ahmad Ibn Tulun ( 263-265 A.H.) was born around 835 A.D. He was one of the Turkish commanders in Samarra, located in Iraq. He received his military and theological training in Samarra and Tarsus. His intelligence and courage attracted the attention of the Khalif, and in […]
The Mosque Of Al Hakim
The Mosque Of Al Hakim Egypt is particularly famous for the diversity and multitude of its Islamic monuments built through different eras. The building of Islamic monuments in Egypt began when the Moslems first opened Egypt in 641 AD. From this point on, Egypt has been ruled by many Islamic dynasties: […]
The Mosque of Mohamed Ali
The Mosque of Mohamed Ali The Mohamed Ali Mosque, or the Alabaster Mosque, is one of Egypt’s most interesting mosques. It stands proudly on the highest point inside the Citadel of Saladin’s courtyard. The architect, Yousif Boushnaq, was a Turkish man who had come over from Istanbul, solely to build this great mosque for Mohamed […]
Sultan Hassan Madrassa And Mosque
Sultan Hassan Madrassa And Mosque The Sultan Hassan Madrassa is the Islamic world’s most memorable monument. If the Pyramids of Giza are the most astounding features of Ancient Egypt, Sultan Hassan Madrassa is that of Islamic Egypt. The founder of this gigantic monument is the Sultan Hassan, son of the great Mamluke Sultan Al-Nasser Mohamed […]
The Old Market Of Khan El-Khalili
The Old Market Of Khan El-Khalili The Khan El-Khalili is home to the the Middle East’s most interesting bazaars. Named after Prince Jaharkas Al-Khalili, one of the most powerful Mamluke Princes of the 14th century, this bazaar is famous for it’s unusual, souvenirs and handmade crafts. This traditional market’s Medieval atmosphere, together with the labyrinthian streets, gives […]
The Citadel Of Saladin
The Citadel Of Saladin The Citadel Of Saladin was built by Saladin El Ayouby, towards the end of the 12th century. He was once a famous king and army leader, as well as the founder of the Ayyubid Dynasty. The Citadel has witnessed numerous historical events throughout Egyptian history For many centuries, it was the seat of the […]
Unknown provenance, 6th century
Frieze decorated with a Nilotic scene Inv. No. 7211 Tamarisk wood H: 20 cm, W: 95.5 cm Unknown provenance, 6th century The depiction of Nilotic elements goes back as far as Pharaonic times. A rich variety of animals and plants enliven the riverbanks. This frieze was decoratively set into the walls of architectural structures. It […]
Presumably from Abu Menas, 5th / 6th century
Flask Inv. No. 6717 Clay Presumably from Abu Menas, 5th / 6th century The pilgrimage site of Abu Menas is situated around 46 km southwest of Alexandria. St. Menas was martyred in the time of Emperor Diocletian (284-305). According to legend, his body was carried to the place where Menas is buried today. The sancturary […]
Bawit, Monastery of St. Apollo, 6th / 7th century
Fresco with St. Apollo Inv. No. 12090 Tempera H: 165 cm, W: 335 cm Bawit, Monastery of St. Apollo, 6th / 7th century The monastery of Bawit has become famous for its colourful frescoes. This example shows St. Apollo, the founder of the monastery, in the centre of the wall painting. His name is written […]
Excavation at Zawiet el-‘Arian, 6th-8th century
Ostracon Inv. No. 4746 Limestone Excavation at Zawiet el-‘Arian, 6th-8th century Ostraca are fragmentary pieces of pottery, stone or bone bearing inscriptions or a design. This ostracon shows part of a running horse, its body decorated with motifs and a Coptic word. Ostracon Inv. No. 4382 Limestone Deir el-Bahari, 7th-8th century This limestone ostracon […]
