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Qaitbay Citadel- Travel Tips
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Qaitbay Citadel, located on the Mediterranean coast in Alexandria, Egypt, was built by the Mamluk sultan al-Ashraf Abu al-Nasr Qaitbay between 1477 and 1479 AD, on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Serving as a defense against naval threats, the citadel is constructed from limestone and covers an area of about 17,550 square meters. It is surrounded by an outer wall with defense towers, and the inner courtyard contains rooms used for barracks and storage. The main tower, a three-story square fort located in the northwest, features half-circular towers at each corner, equipped with defensive balconies. The citadel underwent significant restoration and expansion in 2003.
Reviews of Citadel of Qaitbay
Heba Darwish - 3
The floor is broken and unfit for walking. The new walkway is closed for no apparent reason.
Heba Darwish - 3
The floor is broken and unfit for walking. The new walkway is closed for no apparent reason.
Mohamed “Egypt Tour Guide” Ashmawy Ashy - 5
Nice place to enjoy walking, eat IceCream, and sea breathing.
Mohamed “Egypt Tour Guide” Ashmawy Ashy - 5
Nice place to enjoy walking, eat IceCream, and sea breathing.
Daniel Marquina - 5
Amazing place
Daniel Marquina - 5
Amazing place
TAKE the EXIT - 3
The best view point for stellar views of the Mediterranean sea.
TAKE the EXIT - 3
The best view point for stellar views of the Mediterranean sea.
