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Mosque of Ibn Tulun vs Cairo Tower
Mosque of Ibn Tulun and Cairo Tower are both rated very highly by experts. On balance, Mosque of Ibn Tulun is preferred by most professionals compared to Cairo Tower. Mosque of Ibn Tulun has a TripExpert Score of 90 with recommendations from 4 publications such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Mosque of Ibn Tulun
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
al-Basatin, off al-Saliba Street, Cairo, Egypt
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Fodor's
"This huge congregational mosque was built in 879 by Ahmad Ibn Tulun with the intention of accommodating his entire army during Friday prayers."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The oldest mosque in Cairo to have retained its original appearance (9C)."
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Frommer's
"This huge and magnificent mosque and enclosure is almost all that remains of a 9th-century city built here by an enterprising upstart named Ahmad Ibn Tulun"
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Cairo Tower
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
Fodor's
El-Gezira, Cairo, Egypt
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Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"Reaching a height of 185m and with a cable covering that earned it the nickname the "palm tree", this tower offers uninterrupted panoramic views."
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Afar Magazine
"Cairo Tower, also known as El Gezira Tower or Borg Al Kahira, is considered one of the most prominent features of the Egyptian capital."
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Afar Magazine
"Originally these towers were used by soldiers to keep watch over the southern countryside, however today they provide some of the best views of Cairo. "
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Frommer's
"Tall, thin communications tower...there is an elevator to the top, and on a clear day the view of the city is spectacular. Try going just before sunset to get the full range of light. "
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Fodor's
"The tallest structure not only in Egypt but also North Africa. Its exterior exhibits pharaonic influences...its observation deck affords an unprecedented, 360°-view of greater Cairo. "
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