# Citadel of Qaitbay

Alexandria, Egypt

A honey-coloured Mamluk fortress guarding Alexandria's eastern harbour, built between 1477 and 1479 by Sultan Qaitbay on the ruins of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, reusing its fallen stones. Today it holds a maritime museum.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Citadel of Qaitbay, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 31.214, 29.8852

[City page](/cities/alexandria)

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