The rich spiritual and religious history of Cairo adds an extra dimension to a visit to Egypt, where ancient sites and thriving communities continue to draw modern-day visitors http://on.natgeo.com/2BwIpbu | National Geographic Travel

This is more than just a landmark, it’s the first mosque ever built in Egypt and Africa. Amr Ibn El As Mosque has stood here since 642 AD, marking the start of Cairo’s Islamic history. What you see today carries traces of centuries past, from early foundations to later Ottoman and Mamluk restorations. Have you visited this mosque before? 📍Amr Ibn El As Mosque, Old Cairo | Egyptian Streets