October has arrived, and if you’re looking for a warm escape, Cairo is the perfect destination! Imagine yourself wandering through ancient streets, visiting breathtaking mosques and taking in the beautiful architecture that defines this city. We’ve gathered ten cultural gems in Cairo that you absolutely must visit this autumn.
So grab your camera and get ready to explore the beauty of Cairo’s architecture this month!
Simon The Tanner
Farah: “The monastery of St Simon the Tanner in Cairo is an architectural wonder and a true work of art. Where else will you find a monastery carved in stone?“
Gayer Anderson Museum
Olfat: “The Gayer Anderson Museum in Cairo is an antique house that will certainly catch your attention. Visiting is like reliving moments of history…”
Aisha Fahmy Palace
Olfat: “Aisha Fahmy Palace is a beautiful historic gem in Cairo that nowadays hosts mainly art exhibitions like textiles and fine art paintings…”
Zainab Khatoun
Farah: “Zainab Khatoun’s House in Cairo is an example of Mamluk architecture with its marhabiyas, high ceilings and extremely beautiful mosaic windows…”
Al Sultan Hassan Mosque
Osama: “The Al Sultan Hassan Mosque is one of my favorite spots for getting the meaning of history and enjoying a calm vintage moment with a camera & friends…”
Abdeen Palace Museum
Olfat: “Abdeen Palace Museum in Cairo is one of the most famous historical buildings and worth a visit for its beautiful gardens and collection of treasures!”
Mar Girgis Church
Farah: “Mar Girgis Church in Old Cairo is a beautiful, historical church & monastery atop an ancient fortress. Every single spot in this church is sacred…”
Mosque of Amr
Ahmed: “Mosque of Amr was the first mosque to be built in Fostat, Cairo, Egypt and the whole of Africa. I love taking the time to appreciate the Islamic art…”
Al-Sayeda Nafeesah Mosque
Osama: “Al-Sayeda Nafeesah Mosque in Cairo is a very important mosque for many Egyptians and has a millennia-old story. I like listening to the Sufi songs there.”
Aqsunqur Mosque
Ahmed: “Aqsunqur Mosque in Cairo was built in 1374 AD. It took the name Blue Mosque for its beautiful Qashani tiled walls. It is truly one of a kind…”