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Bab Al-Futuh or the "Gate of Conquests" marks the northern end of the ramparts, which were built in the 11C by the Fatimids who used stone from ancient Memphis. Its imposing fortification is flanked by two round towers. As you look at the gate, remember that at the time of its construction, the road crossing its broad barrel vault was located 5m below its current level!
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Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide108 m - El Gamaleya, Al-Qahirah
- The Green Guide392 m - Sharie Darb a-Asfar, Al-Qahirah
- The Green Guide465 m - Al-Qāhirah
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Where to sleepnearby
- From US$275Le Riad Hotel de Charme396 m - 114 Muiz Li Din Allah, Cairo
- From US$15City Hostel1.48 km - Ali Al Kasar Street, Cairo
- From US$27Panorama Ramsis Hotel & Cafe1.74 km - 10 Saif El Deen Mahran, Ramsis Square, Cairo
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