Al-Muizz Street
The long north–south spine of the Fatimid city, running between its old gates. On the map it is one of the few continuous lines through the dense district.
Minimalist map poster · Egypt
Islamic Cairo Map Poster & Print
30.0414° N / 31.2565° E
A dense historic core east of the Nile, threaded by one long medieval street and framed by the Citadel and cemeteries
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Islamic Cairo in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Islamic Cairo, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Islamic Cairo at home
The district
About this Islamic Cairo map poster
Islamic Cairo, or Historic Cairo, is the medieval heart of the city, east of the modern centre and the Nile. From above, it is one of the densest street patterns anywhere. Narrow lanes branch and turn, crossed by only a few straighter routes. On its eastern side, the fabric gives way to the large, open cemetery areas known as the City of the Dead.
The core of the district dates back to the Fatimid foundation of al-Qahira in 969. Al-Muizz Street runs north to south through it, lined with mosques, madrasas and palaces from many dynasties. Its old city gates, including Bab Zuwayla, still stand. Al-Azhar Mosque, founded in 970, lies nearby and is linked to one of the oldest universities in the world.
To the south, the Citadel of Saladin sits on a spur of the Muqattam hills, overlooking the city. The Khan el-Khalili market fills the blocks around al-Hussein. The area was listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1979. An Islamic Cairo map poster shows the medieval city at full density, with the Citadel and cemeteries at its edges.
- Area
- 524 km²
- Coordinates
- 30.0414° N / 31.2565° E
- Region
- Islamic Cairo, District · Egypt
The Citadel
Saladin's fortress stands on high ground at the south-east edge of the district. Its walled compound is clearly separated from the surrounding streets.
City of the Dead
Large cemetery districts stretch along the eastern edge. They form a distinct pattern of enclosures and paths beside the living city.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Islamic Cairo
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Islamic Cairo
A map that means something
Islamic Cairo draws historians, travellers, architects and people whose families come from its lanes. A map captures the density that is hard to take in on the ground and gives it a calm, readable shape.
Set your own title, subtitle and coordinates, perhaps with a date or a family name. Choose one of five styles. Sand gives the medieval city a warm, desert-toned look, while Classic black & white emphasises its intricate street pattern.
Order the Islamic Cairo posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Islamic Cairo map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Islamic Cairo poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Islamic Cairo poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Islamic Cairo poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Islamic Cairo poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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