The Mosque of Aslam al-Silahdar is one of the highlights of the Mamluk style in Cairo. It was built in 1344-45 by the sword-bearer to the famous Sultan al-Nasir Muhammad and, like many medieval mosques in Cairo, it includes the mausoleum of its founder. USAID partnered with Aga Khan Trust for Culture to fund a comprehensive conservation project of the severely deteriorated building. The work was carried out between 2006 and 2009. A training component was developed and maintained throughout the on-site work for local craftsmen and Egyptian trainee conservation specialists so that high standards can be replicated elsewhere. The mosque continues to serve the local community.
| Date Taken: | 05.12.2022 |
| Date Posted: | 06.02.2022 15:01 |
| Photo ID: | 7250529 |
| VIRIN: | 220512-D-D0499-797 |
| Resolution: | 4032x3024 |
| Size: | 4.3 MB |
| Location: | CAIRO, EG |
| Web Views: | 2 |
| Downloads: | 2 |
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