Abu Qir Castle

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Abu Qir Castle

Abu Qir Castle is an Islamic castle that was used as a state prison by Muhammad Ali in the early 19th century. It is located in Abu Qir town in Alexandria Governorate, Egypt.

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Country: Egypt

District: Alexandria Governorate

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 19th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Islamic

Later Cultures: Islamic

Site Features: Islamic Monuments

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Elevation: 1 m

UNESCO

World Heitage Sites in Egypt Tentative Lists in Egypt Intangible Heritage in Egypt

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