Overview
This massive stone fortress, built by Salah ad-Din in the 12th century, was crowned with the Mosque of Mohammed Ali 700 years later. The Citadel looks very different today than it did in its original capacity as a fortress the Crusader armies. It has been expanded and remodeled by many different rulers. In the 14th century, Sultan Al-Nasir Muhammed built a mosque there that still bears his name and the Southern Enclosure of the fort next to Saladin’s original walls. The most noticeable changes came in the 19th century. With a good guide, you can spend hours in the area, it's full of history and stories. Ticket Price: FOREIGNER: Adult: EGP 180 \ Student: EGP 90. EGYPTIANS\ ARABS: Adult: EGP 30 \ Student: EGP 10.
