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beyond the pyramids and pharaohs, and discover the Citadel of Salah el
Din, Sultan Hassan and Khan el-Khalili Bazaars. This private tour will
give you a deeper insight into the rich history that is Egypt. The
Alabaster Mosque at the Citadel of Salah el-Din sits atop a limestone
hill overlooking Cairo and is the most important mosque in the city.
Still used a place of worship today by the Muslims of Cairo, the
architectural masterpiece opens its doors to visitors of all faiths. The
lower part of the Mosque is clad inside and out with Alabaster, while
the top part is constructed from the limestone cladding removed from the
Pyramids of Giza. Inside the mosque your guide will introduce you to
the basic beliefs of Islam, including a translation of the most common
prayers. Continuing to Khan el Khalili bazaar,Youregypttours.com
qualified tour guide will give you an introduction to the famous markets
which claim to have inspired Christopher Columbus to discover the USA.
Enjoy free time to stroll through the maze of streets and try your luck
bargaining with the shop owners for a souvenir of your trip to Egypt.
Continue to the Mosque and Madrassa (school) of Sultan Hassan. Built
between 1356 and 1363, and is believed to be one of the finest examples
of Mamluk architecture in Cairo. The mosque is also considered one of
the largest, not only in Cairo but in the whole Islamic world, measuring
some 492 feet (150 meters) long and 118 feet (36 meters) high. The
highest minaret is 223 feet (68 meters) tall. This is a private tour
allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site during
the tour. In addition you will have the chance to visit a Papyrus
Institute to see how this famous artwork is made and have the chance to
purchase genuine items if you wish. If you do not want to include this
visit, just inform your guide on the day.
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