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Madrasa al-Ayni
historic madrasa with mausoleumMamluk (Circassian, 1411)

Madrasa al-Ayni

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Discover the 15th-century Circassian Mamluk Madrasa al-Ayni, a unified religious and educational complex in the Al-Azhar area.

Historical Overview

Built in 1411 CE (814 AH) by Qadi Badr al-Din Mahmud bin Ahmad bin Musa. Registered as monument No. 102, this architectural entity features a rectangular courtyard, two iwans, a prayer space, and an attached mausoleum, all treated as a single cohesive historic attraction.

Why Visit?

A serene Mamluk educational foundation located steps away from the iconic Al-Azhar Mosque.

Getting There

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