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The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities vs Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Both are highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan is the choice of most professionals compared to Egyptian Antiquities Museum. Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan ranks #6 in Cairo with endorsements from 4 reviewers such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
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Midan El Tahrir, Cairo 11557, Egypt
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Fodor's
"On the north end of Maydan Tahrir, this huge neoclassical building is home to the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts."
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If you are discouraged by the Mummy Room's steep entrance fee, don't miss the assortment of mummified animals and birds
Concierge
"Filled with the golden treasures of pharaohs, and archaeological finds... crowds tend to beeline for the golden, lapis-encrusted mask of Tutankhamen."
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Don't miss the Palette of Narmer, a ceremonial tablet
Afar Magazine
"You could spend a lifetime examining the more than 120,000 items in the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, in Cairo."
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Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
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Maydan Salah al-Din, Cairo, Egypt
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"Al-Zahir Baybars' reign (1260–77) marked the real beginning of the Mamluk state, due in large part to his skills as a commander, administrator, and builder. It was he who halted the..."
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"The cruciform interior is spacious and austere, except for an ornate carved and gilded ceiling in the sanctuary, and the qibla (the direction of Mecca) wall, decorated in marble dado."
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"One of the largest Islamic religious buildings in the world. Historians believe that its builders may have used stone from the Pyramids at Giza."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Founded by Sultan Hassan in the 14C, this gigantic madrasa (7 900m2) is a gem of Mamluk-era architecture. Behind its long, tall façade, which lends it the look of a fortress, the central..."
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Afar Magazine
"Just because the Sultan Hasan Mosque is 600 years old doesn't mean they can't use modern technology to keep it clean."
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