Qaitbay Citadel, Alexandria

Feb 14, 2023, 06:39 PM

"The Qaitbay Citadel is a medieval fortress located in Alexandria, Egypt, on the Mediterranean coast. It was built in the 15th century and served as a major military defense for the city, guarding the entrance to the harbor and protecting it from invading forces.

"Visitors can explore the various buildings within the citadel, including the mosque, the barracks, and the towers, and learn about the history of the citadel and its role in the defense of Alexandria. At the Qaitbay Citadel, visitors can expect to hear a mix of natural and man-made sounds, but most likely they will hear the sound of footsteps and voices of visitors exploring the citadel, as well as the sounds of street vendors and vendors within the citadel."

Recorded by Rafael Diogo as part of the Cities and Memory Alexandria city sound guide. For more city sound guides, visit https://citiesandmemory.com/city-sound-guides/