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	Al-Ahram Weekly \| Travel \| A tour among the dead
		Al-Ashraf Abu Al-Nasr Seif Al-Din Qait Bay Al-Jekasy Al-Zahiry, better known as Sultan Qait Bay, was originally a Circassian who was bought for 50 dinars by the ninth Sultan Barsbay before being freed by the 11th Sultan Jaqmaq.
		Qait Bay was renowned as a great patron of art and architecture during his 29-year rule.
		The mosque of Sultan Qait Bay in the Northern Cemetery is not just a remarkable historical edifice, but by far one of Islamic Cairo's most breathtaking monuments.
	weekly.ahram.org.eg /2008/883/tr1.htm (1825 words)

	"Surpassing Dreams", an article from old Cairo.
		Sultan Qait Bay ruled from 1468 to 1496 and he was known for his strong taxation where one third of the country's production was taken as tax.
		Emir Qurqumas was originally a Mamluk under Sultan Qait Bay, but rose in rank to "Atabeg" (Commander in-Chief) during the rule of Sultan Qansuh al-Ghuri - one of the last Mamluk rulers in Egypt.
		Sultan Qait Bay is followed by Sultan Tuman Bay who later looses the battle against the Ottoman army in 1516.
	www.egyptmyway.com /articles/cityofdead2.html (1282 words)

	Tourism - Hapigroup (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Overlooking the beautiful and characteristic part of Mediterranean coast of Alexandria, and situated in the same exact point, where some 2300 years ago the ancient light house of Alexandria once stood, now stands the 15th century Qait Bay Citadel.
		In about 1480, the Mameluke Sultan Qait Bey fortified the peninsula, using the foundations and debris of the Pharos lighthouse to build his fort, incorporating a castle and mosque within the walls.
		Mohammed Ali modernised the fort's defenses in the 19th century, but the minaret and castle were severely damaged by a British bombardment in 1882.
	www.hapigroup.com /Tours/Alexandria/qaitbay.htm (178 words)

	fort of Qaitbey- Alexandria, Egypt - VirtualTourist.com
		The Fort of Qait Bey is on the site of the ancient Pharos lighthouse, which was destroyed in an earthquake.
		Seats are placed for people to sit and enjoy watching the sea breaking on the rocks, hence the necessity for a lighthouse on the western side of the peninsula.
		Situe a l'entree nord du port de l'Est, le fort a ete construit dans les annees 1480 par le Sultan Qait Bey, sur l'emplacement du Phare d'Alexandrie.
	www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Africa/Egypt/Muhafazat_al_Iskandariyah/Alexandria-2009064/Things_To_Do-Alexandria-fort_of_Qaitbey-R-2.html (995 words)

	USE OF REMOTE SENSING AND GIS IN THE RECONSTRUCTION OF COASTAL PALEOGEOGRAPHY OF ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT
		The former three in partnership with the Greek Institute of Ancient and Medieval Alexandrian Studies from Cape Lochias to Stanley bay and the later three in partnership with the French Centre D'Etudes Alexandrines (CEA) under the directionship of Jean-Yves Empereur at the northern of the Qait Bay were the ancient Pharos used to stand.
		was surveyed between Stanley Bay and Fort Qait Bay at the coastal zone of Alexandria.
		The first goal of this survey was to reconstruct the coastal paleogeography of the Alexandria by examination of the geophysical data using GIS-ArcView.
	www.archaeometry.gr /oldv/symposium2003/pages_en/abstracts/papers/gis/gis1.htm (475 words)

	Travel bay Stock Photos and Images. 2000 Travel bay pictures and photography available to search from over 100 stock ... (Site not responding. Last check: )
		St John, elevated view, Trunk Bay, United States Virgin...
		Alexandria, the port and the Citadel of Qait Bay, Egypt
		St John, moored boats, Caneel Bay, United States Virgin...
	www.fotosearch.com /photos-images/travel-bay.html (201 words)

	Alexandria News » Blog Archive » Some Islamic places you can visit in Alexandria
		Ibrahim Terbana Mosque: The mosque is situated in Manchieh district, The inside of the mosque is supported by a number of columns and the “Mehrab” is decorated with ceramic tiles after the Moroccan style.
		Qait Bay Fort: It is situated at the north extreme of the port entry, at the same place of the old Alexandrine Pharos.
		In the XVth century, the constructor of the fort, Sultan Ashraf Qait bay composed it of three floors after medieval models.
	www.touregypt.net /teblog/alexandrianews/?p=42 (553 words)

	Childhood dreams of giant Lego forts realized! - Alexandria, Egypt - here or there
		Driving up to the port area is fascinating as you pass through crowded streets filled with fruits, veggies, animals, and undies for sale, until you catch a glimpse of the great blue sea.
		The Fort at Qait Bay is easily reached by car or taxi and it is located close to the beach where you can find incredible mansions of the upper class.
		During the summer, the people of Cairo flock to this beach side town to escape the sweltering heat.
	www.hereorthere.com /members/madisteps/experience/222 (251 words)

	Amazon.com: From Arab Poet to Muslim Saint: Ibn Al-Farid, His Verse, and His Shrine: Books: Homerin (Site not responding. Last check: )
		by Homerin "In 875/1470 cAla ibn Khass Bay, the father-in-law of the sultan Qait Bay, was riding toward Cairo's Qarafah cemetery when he saw before him a..." (more)
		In 875/1470 cAla ibn Khass Bay, the father-in-law of the sultan Qait Bay, was riding toward Cairo's Qarafah cemetery when he saw before him a man of fine bearing.
		Qa'it Bay, Ibn Hajar, Ibn Abi Hajalah, Jamilah Hanum, Ibn Imam, Bars Bay
	www.amazon.com /Arab-Poet-Muslim-Saint-Al-Farid/dp/9774246683 (734 words)

	Qaitbay - Biocrawler (Site not responding. Last check: )
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		Al-Ashraf Sayf al-Din Qa'it Bay was the eighteenth Burji Mamluk sultan of Egypt from 872-901/1468-1496.
		He was Circassian by birth, and was bought for fifty dinars by the ninth sultan Barsbay (1422 to 1438) before being freed by the eleventh sultan Jaqmaq (1438 to 1453).
	www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Qaitbay (248 words)

	Sharm El-Sheikh Packages
		The art of living in Makadi Bay is to completely submerge yourself in the joy and beauty of this unforgettable Red Sea area.
		Whether you choose the Main Building rooms and suites facing the sparkling bay or the Dune and Lagoon rooms set in secluded tranquility, you will discover our rooms are as big in elegance and comfort as they are in spectacular views.
		Whether you are looking for a place to relax and laze the day\\\'s away or a little adventurous pursuit, Makadi Bay is the right place to be.
	www.egyptravels.com /12p.html (561 words)

	Africa and the Middle East 1300-1615
		In the middle of the 16th century the Ottomans established garrisons at Aswan, Ibrim, and Bay, calling the territory Berberistan, and Sinan Pasha sent an expedition to Yemen in 1568.
		After his forces were defeated by the Janissaries led by Gedik Ahmed Pasha at Yenishehir, he fled to Mamluk sultan Qait Bay in Egypt.
		Qait Bay sent Mamluk forces that defeated and captured the Ottoman's Hersekoghlu Ahmed Pasha.
	www.san.beck.org /AC4_Africa_Middle-East_.htm (21144 words)

	Exotic Mediterranean tours and cruises to Israel, Egypt, Jordan, Greece, Morocco and Turkey
		Continue to the Jewelry Museum where you will see a collection of jewelry dating from the time of Mohamed Ali to King Farouk.
		Continue to visit the Fort and Citadel of Qait Bay, built in the 15th century by Sultan Ashraf Qait Bay.
		It is believed to rest on the site and to be built from the stones of the Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.
	www.yallatours.com /egypt/egyextensions/egyexalexday/index.shtml (229 words)

	Tourism - Hapigroup (Site not responding. Last check: )
		This poor excuse for a museum and aquarium is on the causeway near Fort Qait Bey.
		It has a large variety of stuffed and lacquered fish, a few live specimens, a whale skeleton, sponges and coral.
		It's worth visiting, but don't enter during official prayer times.
	www.hapigroup.com /Tours/Alexandria/WestAlex.htm (150 words)

	FOCUS on EGYPT - Places to See in Alexandria
		Furthermore, the museum organizes the Alexandria Biennali, every two years, to exhibit the art of the Mediterranean countries.
		ocated at Al-Anfushi, near Qait Bay Fortress, the museum houses a rare collection of fish and marine life.
		There is also a museum, several natural bays and beaches, as well as complete tourist center, a hotel, restaurants, bungalows and a children's park 4.5 feddans in area.
	www.focusmm.com /egypt/ale_see.htm (467 words)

	Alexandria hotels, Egypt, Hotels in Alexandria, Alexandria budget hotels, discount hotels in Alexandria, accommodation ...
		Hotel is a hotel with a unique location overlooking the Montaza Royal beach and gardens.
		Its bay is surrounded by the vast magnificent gifts of nature, the gardens of the Montaza Royal Palace.
		It is located in the seafront, and it is conveniently set a short distance from the city center in Alexandria.
	www.stayxs.com /egypt/alexandria-hotels.html (426 words)

	::: Star Weekend Magazine :::
		Driving along the cornice, the main marina drive is simply beautiful, turquoise waters around a picturesque bay stretching from one end of the city to the other.
		On the main thoroughfare leading to the city heart, a replica of the glass prism "Bibliotheca Alexandria", like the one at the Louvre, looks splendid.
		Yasser takes us to a prime spot next to the Qait Bay Citadel, which is actually built on the ruins of the Old Lighthouse of Alexandria.
	www.thedailystar.net /magazine/2004/09/02/travel.htm (1344 words)

	Egyptvoyager.com - Alexandria, Egypt
		Palms and old colonial mansions line part of the sweeping bay.
		Built on a low plateau east of Alexandria and overlooking a beautiful beach, amid about 370 feddans of gardens and woods, the Palace comprises a number of buildings, the most important being Al-Haramlek, the summer residence of the former royal family.
		Located at Al-Anfushi, near Qait Bay Fortress, the museum houses a rare collection of fish and marine life.
	www.egyptvoyager.com /towns_alexandria_landmarks.htm (388 words)

	Ismail Serageldin Website
		Underwater archeology brought together rival researchers for an exhibition of their marvelous findings in a special display at the Library of Alexandria.
		Serageldin inaugurated the seminar that saw several specialists present learned findings, and showcased the work of Jean-Yves Empereur and his team (working mostly on the old Pharos and the area round the Qait Bay Fort) and the work of Frank Goddio and his team (from the eastern harbor to the bay of Abu Kir).
		The exhibition on The Science of Underwater Archeology was shown at the librarys Exploratorium.
	www.serageldin.com /NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=jdzLGGDlmm94so5JGX5lQQ== (118 words)

	Part 3: Cairo and Gizeh, Memphis and Saqqara, the Fayoum-oasis
		In one of the guest rooms there's still a beautiful woodcarver bay from where the harem ladies could look down without being seen (further details).
		Sometimes people are living in the family-vault, but it's all quiet, no traffic-chaos, there's a lot of green, and it's all free!
		In the mausoleum there's the tomb of Qait Bay, a wooden holder for the Koran and 2 stones, according to the legend, Mohammed once stood on it.
	www.ping.be /~evdleene/egypt3.htm (2265 words)

	Al-Ahram Weekly \| Travel \| Briefs
		MINISTER of Culture Farouk Hosni has denied that the newly-discovered shipwreck of Napoleon's fleet, found in Abu-Qir bay in Alexandria, will be given away or shared with any other party.
		Gaballa Ali Gaballa, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), said there was no request from a French mission to share the antiquities discovered in the shipwreck.
		Two French teams are currently in the eastern harbour and in Qait bay, an Italian mission is on Nelson Island while a US team is scouring Se'adana Island on the Red Sea coast.
	weekly.ahram.org.eg /1999/443/tr3.htm (415 words)

	Egypt Tours: Cairo and Alexandria
		Travel to Alexandria and visit the Abu El Abbas Mosque, Qait Bay Fort, the site of the Pharaohs Light House, the Roman amphitheater, and Montazah Palace and Gardens.
		Upon arrival, start your sightseeing by visiting Abu El Abbas Mosque, followed by a visit to Qait Bay Fort, this 15th century fort at the tip of eastern harbor, is the site where one of the ancient seven wonders once stood.
		Full day tour to visit Abu El Abbas Mosque, Qait Bay Fort, Roman Amphitheater & Montazah Palace.
	www.magicaljourneys.com /Egypt/Tours/tours-cairo-alexandria.html (522 words)

	Egypt Pictures and information Page 3
		It is situated at the north extreme of the port entry, at the same place of the old Alexandrine Pharos.
		In the 15th century, the constructor of the fort, Sultan Ashraf Qait bay composed it of three floors after medieval models.
		Inside we can find the marine museum, which was constructed to revive Alexandria’s old naval heritage.
	www.duso2go.com /EgyptPix_3.htm (390 words)

	:: Special Olympics MENA ::
		The 80,000 spectators attending the inauguration of the Games were impressed by the documentary which featured the flame of hopeâ€™s journey beginning in Athens, Greece and through all its stop- over including the Egyptian city of Alexandria.
		The ceremony of the flame of hope took place infront of the Alexandria Bibloteque and the Qait Bay citadel before ending at the pyramids plateau in Giza where Egyptâ€™s First Lady Mrs.
		Suzanne Mubarak witnessed as two athletes; an Egyptian and a Chinese carry the torch.
	www.somena.org /showpage.aspx?PID=532 (148 words)

	Qait Stock Photos and Images. 10 Qait pictures and photography available to search from over 100 stock photo vendors.
		10 Qait pictures and photography available to search from over 100 stock photo vendors.
		Fort Qait Bey from the sea Alexandria Egypt Africa
		The Alexandria bay with Quaitbay fortress at back...
	www.fotosearch.com /photos-images/qait.html (139 words)

	Part 3: Cairo and Gizeh, Memphis and Saqqara, the Fayoum-oasis
		In one of the guest rooms there's still a beautiful woodcarver bay from where the harem ladies could look down without being seen (further details).
		Sometimes people are living in the family-vault, but it's all quiet, no traffic-chaos, there's a lot of green, and it's all free!
		In the mausoleum there's the tomb of Qait Bay, a wooden holder for the Koran and 2 stones, according to the legend, Mohammed once stood on it.
	users.telenet.be /huguette.hamers/hamers-vandeleene/egypt3.htm (2265 words)

	Hello, I’m at the bottom of Red Sea -DAWN - International; December 7, 2001
		If France Telecom takes the product to market, as it hopes to by the end of 2002, it will probably charge a hefty 50 million Euros.
		Engineers spent the best part of a year testing out the system at the Qait Bay centre in Alexandria, Egypt.
		The prototype is dubbed a phone box as while the unit itself is wireless, the diver needs to be attached to it via a cable.
	www.dawn.com /2001/12/07/int7.htm (383 words)

	Sultan Qaytbay Sabil
		Tomb of Elijah, Sabil of Sultan Qaytbay (Qayt Bay, Kait Bey, Qait Bay)
		This elegant sabil (water-house) was built by the Mamluk Sultan al-Ashraf Qaytbay, who reestablished the sultanate after a period of political turmoil and economic decline.
		The Art and Architecture of Islam 1250-1800 New Haven and London: Yale University Press and Pelican History of Art, 109-113
	archnet.org /library/sites/one-site.jsp?site_id=5267 (303 words)

	Egypt & Arabia Tours - Alexandria Extension
		Visit the Military Museum and war cemeteries (B,L).
		Morning sightseeing to include the Roman amphitheatre, the Kom el Shukafa Catacombs and the 15th century Qait Bay Fort built on the foundations of the famous Pharos lighthouse, one of the seven Ancient Wonders.
		Return with your guide to Cairo by private car where arrangements end (B,L).
	www.abercrombiekent.com.au /pages/woe/egypt/eg_aext.htm (210 words)

	Alexandria\|Egyptian Tours\|Egypt Travel and Tours\|Trips to Egypt
		Its well-preserved terraces were rediscovered in 1963, but an even earlier theater is believed to exist beneath the medical university.
		The Fortress of Qait Bay is located on the Island of Pharos.
		This impressive 15th-century fortress stands on the site where the Great Lighthouse (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World) once stood.
	www.bigfive.com /destin_tourdetail.php?region=1&destination=19&tour=350 (337 words)

	Outdoor Travel Adventures \| Egypt - Land of Charm
		After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, an integrated cultural complex built on the believed site of the old Library of Alexandria.
		You will also enjoy a short drive to view the Abu El-Abbas Mosque, built over the tomb of the thirteenth century Andalusan saint, and proceed to the Qait Bay Fortress for a photo stop.
		Just north of Qait Bay lies the site of the famous underwater excavation where hundreds of pillars, statues, and sphinxes have been found.
	www.otadventures.com /adventures.aspx?tour=274 (1164 words)

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