historic gateMamluk (Circassian, 1474)
Bab Qaytbay
Northern Cemetery
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Visit the 15th-century Bab Qaytbay, an independent monumental gateway in the Northern Cemetery.
Historical Overview
Erected in 1474 CE (879 AH) by Sultan al-Ashraf Qaytbay. This structure is officially registered as an independent historic gate (Reg. 93), serving as a grand portal within his expansive urban precinct in the Eastern Cemetery.
Why Visit?
A beautifully carved monumental gateway that defined the entrance to the Sultan's magnificent cemetery ensemble.
Getting There
Media Gallery
Photo of Bab Qaytbay
Opening Hours
Check specific site for hours.
Ticket Prices
Current official price is not published.