Qaitbey Collection

The Fortress of Qaitbey after the Bombardment of Alexandria, 1882 (b / w photo)
476193 The Fortress of Qaitbey after the Bombardment of Alexandria, 1882 (b/w photo) by Zangaki Brothers (fl.1870s-90s); Private Collection; (add.info.: Built on Pharos Island)

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Egypt, Alexandria, Citadel of Qaitbay, also known as Fort of Qaitbay

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Egypt, Alexandria, Citadel of Qaitbay, also known as Fort of Qaitbay

Qaitbay Fortress, Rosetta, Egypt
Fort Rosetta, Rosetta, Egypt. This fortress was built in the late 15th century by Qaitbay, the 18th Mamluk sultan of Egypt

Alexandria, Egypt - Sidi Kayed Bey Fortress
Alexandria, Egypt - Sidi Kayed Bey (Qaitbey, Qaytbey, Quait-bey) Fortress. Date: circa 1905

The Qaitbay Citadel, Alexandria, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

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"Step back in time at the iconic Qaitbey Fortress in Alexandria, Egypt. This historic fortress, also known as Sidi Kaid Bey or Qaitbay Citadel, has stood the test of time since its construction in the 15th century. Witness the grandeur of its ancient walls, which have withstood the Bombardment of Alexandria in 1882, and marvel at the intricate details of its mosque, as seen in these black and white photographs from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Qaitbey Fortress, a true testament to Egypt's rich history, continues to captivate visitors with its timeless beauty and historical significance."