Bab El Nasr

Bab El Nasr is one of the oldest gateways of Cairo the capital of Egypt at Fatimid Dynasty, this massive gate is one of other famous gates called the Bab (gate) el-Futuh, Bab El-Nasr and Bab Zuwaila, Bab el Nasr divided into two great square towers, surrounded by a very fine arched gateway which is set back 4.54 meters, from their front face, at the back of latter is a great square bay, 10.77 meters long and 8.17 meters broad.

Bab el Nasr in English known as the victory Gate, feature with the shields on the flanks and fronts of the protruding towers, which symbolize victory in protecting the city against invaders. Napoleon later named each tower of the north wall after the officers responsible for its security. The names of these French officers are carved near the upper level of the gates.

Bab El-Nasr or the Victory Gate is located near the Khan al-Khalili market and to the east of Bab el-Futuh, and connected with it via either through an interior route throughout the Fatimid wall, Bab El-Nasr which built in three storey’s, the two lower of which are solid, the lower storey is 6.61 in height, measured from half round molding at its base, or 37 meters more if measured from the sill of the entrance. 

Bab El Nasr Located in Cairo, and while you are in Cairo you can enjoy visit Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, old Cairo and more.