Historic site · Egypt
Citadel of Qaitbay
Building in Alexandria, Egypt
About Citadel of Qaitbay
The Citadel of Qaitbay is a 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean sea coast, on Pharos Island in Alexandria, Egypt. It was built from 1477 to 1479 AD (882–884 AH) by Sultan of Egypt al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qaitbay. The Citadel is situated on the eastern side of the northern tip of Pharos Island at the mouth of the Alexandria Port.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: October – April
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Citadel of Qaitbay
Where is Citadel of Qaitbay?
Citadel of Qaitbay is in Egypt. The nearest city is Alexandria, about 3 km away.
When is the best time to visit Citadel of Qaitbay?
The most comfortable months to visit Citadel of Qaitbay are October – April: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Citadel of Qaitbay?
Yes. The 3-day Cairo plan is about 183 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
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