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Pyramids of Giza vs Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan and Pyramids of Giza are both endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan ranks significantly higher than Pyramids of Giza. Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan ranks #6 in Cairo with accolades from 4 sources including Fodor's, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.

Pyramids of Giza
Pyramids of Giza
8 / 10
Al Haram Str., Giza, Egypt
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Three 4th-Dynasty pyramids dominate the skyline of the desert plateau to the southwest of Cairo." Full review
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The pyramid interiors are open on a rotating basis, and ticket numbers are limited to 150 per morning and another 150 per afternoon.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"You may have studied them in school and seen a million pictures, but that has probably done little to prepare you for actually seeing the Pyramids of Giza in real life." Full review
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If you can time your visit to coincide with Ramadan, even better for avoiding crowds, as people will be laying low and fasting for the holiday.
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Surrounded by a high concrete wall to increase visitors' safety, this desert plateau is home to the royal necropolises of three pharaohs from the Fourth Dynasty." Full review
Independent Independent
"The pyramids are jaw-dropping feats of craftsmanship that still hold many mysteries. In the Giza Necropolis, there are three main pyramids, as well as several smaller ones, multiple..."
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Avoid accepting camel or horse rides, as the animals might not be well-cared for.
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
9 / 10
Maydan Salah al-Din, Cairo, Egypt
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Fodor's Fodor's
"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..." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"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." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"One of the largest Islamic religious buildings in the world. Historians believe that its builders may have used stone from the Pyramids at Giza." Full review
Michelin Guide 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..." Full review
Afar Magazine 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." Full review
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