Napoleon’s commanders took the liberty of naming the towers of Bab An Nasr (Gate of Victory) after themselves – and carved their names into it. The entire gate complex was undergoing extensive restoration when we last visited.
Bab An Nasr
Cairo
Cairo
Napoleon’s commanders took the liberty of naming the towers of Bab An Nasr (Gate of Victory) after themselves – and carved their names into it. The entire gate complex was undergoing extensive restoration when we last visited.