Historic Cairo regains its ancient glory
The Egyptian government is reviving Historic Cairo to make a unique tourist attraction.
CAIRO — Egyptian Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly discussed Nov. 16 the latest developments in the projects of reviving Historic Cairo with the head of the Armed Forces Engineering Authority, Maj. Gen. Ihab al-Far, and the CEO of the Urban Development Fund, Khaled Siddiq.
Far stated that the projects prioritize five main areas: the area surrounding Al-Hakim Mosque, the area south of Bab Zuweila, the area of Haret al-Roum and Bab Zuweila, the area surrounding Al-Hussain Mosque and the Darb al-Labana area.
He explained that six plots of land have been handed over and work has begun, noting that 190 plots have been evacuated in the areas of Bab Zuweila, Harat al-Roum, Al-Hakim Mosque and Darb al-Labana, by contracting with the owners and negotiating with the occupants; cash or alternative units were given as compensation.
Far pointed out that work has begun on 18 building facades in the areas of Bab Zuweila, Harat al-Roum, Al-Hakim Mosque and Darb al-Labana, while 28 archaeological buildings still need restoration.
