🕌 Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Barquq
Medieval Islamic architectural complex in Cairo
📋 Fast Facts
- Located in Islamic Cairo, UNESCO World Heritage Site district
- Built by Sultan al-Zahir Barquq between 1386–1391
- Mamluk period architecture with distinctive dual minarets
- Active place of worship and cultural monument
The Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Barquq stands in Islamic Cairo, the medieval quarter that preserves centuries of Islamic architectural heritage. Commissioned by Sultan al-Zahir Barquq, one of the most influential Mamluk rulers, the complex was completed in 1391 and remains a significant example of late-14th-century religious architecture. The building served dual purposes as both a mosque for prayer and a madrasa (Islamic school) for theological study ...