• Further reading[edit]. al-Asad, Mohammad. The Mosque of Rifa'i in Cairo. 1993. In Muqarnas X: An Annual on Islamic Art and Architecture.
  • A wonderful tour of Al Rifai Mosque. You can enter the Al Rifai Mosque with a ticket, including the entrance to Sultan Hassan Mosque.
  • As you enter its grand gates, you’ll be transported to tranquility and awe. This introductory article will provide an overview of what makes Al-Rifai Mosque so special.
  • The Al Rifai Mosque is also known as the Royal Mosque, as it houses the tombs of many members of the royal family.
  • It was built to replace the Zawiya of Al-RifaI, which was a small mosque unworthy to carry the name!
  • Al-Rifa'i Mosque. ... The mosque is stunningly beautiful with extremely high ceilings and spectacular inlay everywhere. I think it's one of the most beautiful in Cairo.
  • She also wanted to renew the Zawiya of the mosque so she completely destroyed the Zawiya and started to build this new grandiose mosqueAl-Rifai Mosque”.
  • Where Can You Go Next? Sites & Attractions Near Al-Rifa'i Mosque. ... With Al-Rifa'i Mosque and Other Cairo Top Landmarks & Attractions.
  • The Al-Rifa'i Mosque was constructed in two phases over the period between 1869 and 1912 when it was finally completed.
  • To get to al-Rifa'i Mosque from Cairo Metro, take Line 1 to the Saad Zaghloul station. From there, it's abut a 30 minute walk to the mosque or a short bus ride.
  • It is located in Midan El Qala’a, right below the Citadel. It wasn’t hard to reach the Mosque of Al Rifai, located right next to that of Sultan Hassan.
  • The Al-Rifai Mosque is the final resting place of the Egyptian Royal family and other Royals. ... The Al-Rifai Mosque is the living reminder of Egypt’s royal past.