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Pyramids of Giza vs Al-Azhar Mosque
Mosque of Al-Azhar and Pyramids of Giza are both endorsed by expert writers. Overall, Mosque of Al-Azhar is the choice of most professionals compared to Pyramids of Giza. Mosque of Al-Azhar scores 89 with approval from 4 publications like Michelin Guide, Afar Magazine and Lonely Planet.
Pyramids of Giza
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Independent
Al Haram Str., Giza, Egypt
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Fodor's
"Three 4th-Dynasty pyramids dominate the skyline of the desert plateau to the southwest of Cairo."
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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
"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."
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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
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."
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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.
Al-Azhar Mosque
Fodor's
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
El Hossein Square, Cairo, Egypt
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Fodor's
"Restored in the early part of the 20th century, this complex was one of the jewels of Mamluk architecture. Its decorated facade reflects the ornate style popular under the reign of Sultan..."
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Fodor's
"Originally built in AD 970 by the conquering Fatimid caliph al-Mu'iz, al-Azhar is the oldest university in the world."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The founding of this extremely ancient mosque (970) coincides with the birth of El-Qahira (Cairo), which the Fatimids made their capital."
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Afar Magazine
"Visit El Azhar, the first Islamic University. Then, visit the Babs (ancient gates) and mosques of Cairo."
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Frommer's
"Since A.D. 988, it has also been the center of the most prestigious university in the Islamic world. The mosque itself is at the center of a sprawling and diverse campus."
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