Ibn Tulun Mosque renovation completed

Egypt's Ministry of Culture has concluded the renovation project of Ahmad Ibn Tulun Mosque in old Cairo at L.E. 13 million.

The 4-year old project will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Dr. Ahmad Nazif next month, said Minister of Culture Farouq Hosni. The Ibn Tulun project is part of old Cairo renovation plan that is supervised by the restoration experts of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA).

Egypt has one of the most advanced restoration schools compared to those in the developed countries, he added.

Secretary General of the SCA, Dr. Zahi Hawas said the project has succeeded in maintaining the historical architecture of the Mosque. The Mosque was constructed in the year 265 Hijri over period of two years.