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Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Best time to visit
Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft light and smaller crowds, avoid midday heat and busy tour groups.
Budget tips
Modest entry fee for foreign visitors, often around 100-200 EGP as of 2024, with lower rates for Egyptian citizens and students; no widely advertised free days, so save by exploring nearby Islamic Cairo sites on foot to avoid extra transport costs.
Recommended for
History buffs, Architecture lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Students of Islamic art
Plan your visit
45-90 minutes
About
Fakta singkat: Step into a monumental courtyard where soaring stone portals and intricate muqarnas make every carved detail feel theatrical. Filtered sunlight paints jewel-toned patterns across marble floors, while the enormous iwans and hidden mausoleum spaces hint at ambitions beyond a typical religious complex.
Sorotan: Walk into the colossal courtyard and the scale hits you: four towering iwans frame a shadowy marble mausoleum commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan in the mid-14th century (1356–1363), meant as a madrasa to teach the four Sunni legal schools. Stand beneath the monumental stone portal and the cool, dusty air carries a single voice so that a recited verse or a guide's clap blooms into a sustained echo across the hollow hall, a quirky acoustic local guides still demonstrate to show how sermons once filled the space.
Insider tips
- Dress modestly, cover shoulders and knees and keep a scarf handy for women who may be asked to cover their hair.
- Aim for the first hour after opening or the last hour before closing to avoid tour groups and capture the best light on the iwans.
- Stand on the central courtyard marble to frame the qibla iwan and look up at the decorated vaults for dramatic photos, and avoid using tripods.
- Carry small bills and coins for the ticket office and local guides, and maintain a respectful silence during prayer times.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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