Emergency Stabilization of the Mosque of Aslam Al-Silahdar, Midan Aslam, al-Darb al-Ahmar, Islamic Cairo

$142K USD

Funder	Department of State
Recipient Organization	U.S. Government - Department of State
Country	Egypt
Start Date	Jul 03, 2005
End Date	Feb 14, 2009
Duration	1,322 days
Number of Grantees	2
Roles	Recipient
Data Source	US Foreign Aid
Grant ID	`77082-48`

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To support immediate preservation measures of the mosque to prevent further deterioration. Th Aslam Al-Silahdar mosque was constructed in 1344 A.D. during the Mamluk period.

The building is remarkable for the tile work done by Iranian craftsmen who were briefly in Cairo during the 14th century.

It is located adjacent to one of the entrances of the newly completed al-Azhar Park and its restoration will help to boost local businesses.

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Emergency Stabilization of the Mosque of Aslam Al-Silahdar, Midan Aslam, al-Darb al-Ahmar, Islamic Cairo

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