Church & Religious Site
Mosque of Ar-Rifai
📍 Salah al-Din Square, Cairo, Egypt
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Introduction
Facing the Sultan Hassan Mosque across Midan Salah al-Din, Ar-Rifai was completed around 1912 and ranks among Cairo's largest mosques. Its vast carpeted prayer hall, lofty dome and marble columns are breathtaking, while royal tombs - including that of King Farouk, Egypt's last king - earned it the name 'Royal Mosque'.
✨ Highlights
1
Vast Prayer Hall
Forested columns soar over a richly carpeted hall, one of the grandest interior spaces in Cairo.
2
Royal Tombs
Members of the Muhammad Ali dynasty rest here; King Farouk's tomb is open to view.
3
Twin Mosques View
It faces the medieval Sultan Hassan Mosque, framing Mamluk and modern architecture in one shot.
4
Citadel Views
Upper windows look out over Midan Salah al-Din towards the Saladin Citadel.
🛈 Practical Info
→Opening Hours：Open in daytime, paused during prayers; verify with official sources
→Tickets：Free or nominal fee; confirm on site
→Duration：1-2 hours
→Getting There：Taxi to Midan Salah al-Din, walkable from the Cairo Citadel
💡 Tips
• Pair your visit with the neighbouring Sultan Hassan Mosque for a striking architectural contrast.
• Respect prayer times and Friday worship; non-Muslims may visit outside these hours.
• Stay quiet and do not touch the royal tomb enclosures out of respect.
• Morning light is best for the facade; the square has heavy traffic, so cross carefully.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Mosque of Ar-Rifai?
Pair your visit with the neighbouring Sultan Hassan Mosque for a striking architectural contrast. Respect prayer times and Friday worship; non-Muslims may visit outside these hours.
Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.
