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12
May
Tourism at the Islamic Museum in Cairo
1. History of its founding :
The Museum of Islamic
Art in Cairo was founded in 1881, and is considered one of the oldest museums
dedicated to Islamic art in the world.
2. Location :
The museum is located
in the Fustat area in Cairo, and includes a group of historical and heritage
buildings.
3. Art Collection :
The museum contains a
rich collection of Islamic arts dating back to different periods of Islamic
history, including household items, religious decorations, architecture, Arabic
calligraphy, and scientific and medical instruments.
4. Main Building :
The main building of
the museum consists of several floors that include permanent and temporary
exhibitions, and is characterized by Ottoman architecture that reflects the
character of the different Islamic eras.
5. Recent Renovations :
The Museum of Islamic
Art has undergone extensive renovations and modernization in recent years to
improve the visitor experience and preserve the art collection.
6. The Glass Cabinet :
The museum includes a
huge glass cabinet containing a collection of valuable collectibles, including
jewelry, silver and gold tools, and ceramic utensils.
7. Islamic decorations :
The museum’s artistic
collection includes Islamic decorations that reflect the cultural and artistic
diversity of the regions covered by Islamic civilization.
8. Temporary Exhibitions :
The museum hosts
temporary exhibitions of Islamic art and other art exhibitions that highlight
contemporary artists and craftsmen.
9. Educational activities :
The museum offers
educational programs and workshops for visitors to introduce them to Islamic
art, its history and techniques.
10. School visits :
The museum receives visits from schools and educational institutions
to provide an opportunity for learning and exploration for students.
11. Cultural activities :
The museum organizes artistic
performances, seminars, and educational lectures aimed at deepening the
public’s understanding of Islamic art.
12. Research and publications :
The museum works to
support artistic research and issue publications and books that shed light on
the history and art of Islamic civilization.
13. Preserving heritage :
The museum is committed to its role
in preserving and preserving Islamic heritage and documenting it for future
generations.
14. International Efforts :
The museum works to enhance
international cooperation in the field of preserving and promoting Islamic art
through participation in international exhibitions and conferences.
15. Visitors and attendance :
The Museum of Islamic
Art in Cairo attracts a large number of local visitors and tourists from all
over the world annually, making it one of the most important cultural landmarks
in Egypt and the Arab world.
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