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The Citadel
The guide was updated:The Citadel is a series of palaces and mosques which housed Egyptian rulers for more than 700 years, making up a compound which offers fabulous views of the city.
Useful Information
- Address: Sharia Salah Salem, Al-Qalaa, Cairo
- Opening hours: Daily: 8.00am - 5.00pm.
- Website: www.sca-egypt.org/eng/site_citadel.htm
- Phone: +20 2 2512 1735
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