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The restored dome of the mausoleum of Mamluk Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay reopened to visitors in Cairo's historic Gamaliya district on Tuesday, July 21, following comprehensive work to preserve the landmark and support cultural tourism.
The project was carried out through cooperation between Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities and the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, bringing together efforts to safeguard the site's Islamic architectural heritage.
Restoration teams renewed the dome's architectural and decorative elements, bringing the Mamluk-era monument back to its historic appearance.
The mausoleum, a monumental tomb built to preserve the memory of Sultan Qaitbay, is regarded as one of Egypt's important heritage landmarks. Its architectural significance is also reflected in its appearance on the country's 100-pound banknote.
Officials said the reopening forms part of a broader strategy to bring historic and archaeological sites into established tourism routes.
With the restoration now completed, the mausoleum is expected to draw visitors interested in Islamic architecture, cultural heritage and Egypt's historic monuments.
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