Bab al-Futuh - Monument
A fortified gate in Cairo’s ancient city walls
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Country | Egypt |
City | Cairo |
Category | Monument |
Group | Cultural and Historical Travel |
Name | Bab al-Futuh |
Title | A fortified gate in Cairo’s ancient city walls |
Rating | 4.6/5 |
Address | Islamic Cairo, Cairo, Egypt |
Duration | 1 hour |
Cost/Fee | Free |
Operation Hours | Open 24 hours |
Transportation | Taxi, Bus |
Known For | Fatimid-era architecture, historic fortification |
Other Info. | Photography allowed |
Best Time To Visit | Morning |
Tours | No |
Description | Bab al-Futuh is a grand gate in Cairo’s ancient city walls, offering visitors a look at the Fatimid period’s impressive architecture and a gateway to exploring Islamic Cairo. |