Qaitbay Fort

 

Qaitbay Fort


Regarding Qaitbay Fort


One of Alexandria's most well-known and visited landmarks is Qaitbay Fort. Additionally, it is the best illustration of Mamluk military architecture and the only one of its kind in all of Egypt. Visitors to Alexandria are strongly encouraged to see the Qaitbay Fort.

The Origins of Qaitbay Fort and Its History


In 1477, Al Ashraf Qaitbay, the Mamluk Sultan, gave the order to build the renowed fort. Using the remaining stones from the famed old lighthouse, the fort was built atop its ruins.

Its construction, which was finished two years later in 1479, was undertaken to defend Alexandria against outside threats, particularly from the Ottomans, who once possessed a potent naval force.

How to Get to Qaitbay Fort


At a very distinctive strategic site on the western outskirts of Alexandria, Fort Qaitbay is situated. Visitors to Alexandria can see the fort from practically everywhere along the city's coastline because to its extraordinary and distinctive design.

Activities and attractions in Qaitbay Fort


All across Fort Qaitbay are the intriguing features. It is 150 metres by 130 metres in size, and the sea surrounds it on three sides. The focal point of the entire complex is the main tower or building of Fort Qaitbay.

Two pieces make up the fortified walls. Towers for defence and locations for soldiers to guard it are built into the exterior walls. The troops' barracks and the weapon storage area are located inside the inner walls.


Fort Qaitbay's main tower has three levels and is semi-square in shape. At each of this section's four corners are furthermore four towers with a circular design. Alexandria's oldest remaining mosque and minaret are located inside the tower.
 

 Indeed Qaitbay Fort is a place worth to visit but Egypt holds some other locations like Luxor and Memphis. The List Does not End here. Read these Blogs to Know.
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