Abdeen Palace Museum is one of the cultural and historical museums in Egypt. The palace was built in 1863 by architects from Egypt, Italy, France and Turkey.
In 1872 the luxurious Palace turned into the seat of the government. The palace is inseperable part of Egypt’s heritage.

Location

The museum located on Cairo, Egypt.

How is the palace inseperable part of Egypt’s heritage?

Abdeen Palace Museum forms a great part of Egyptian history. It considered one of the greatest well known palaces in the world. Abdeen Palace is one of the important palaces that were built in the age of Mohamed Ali Pasha. According to its importance, the palace was the center of the government for 80 years. Abdeen Palace witnessed the greatest events that happened in Egypt in this period.

History of the palace

The history of the palace dates to the region of Mohammed Ali Pasha Dynasty. The palace was constructed by the order of Khedive Ismail in 1863 under named Abdeen Bay. Abdeen Bay is one of the commanders of Mohamed Ali’s army, so you will note that the palace museum contains military’s equipments and ancient weapons.
After 1872 Khedive Ismail transferred to Abdeen Palace to make it the seat of the government, leaving the citadel of Salah El Din, who was built the citadel in 1171.
Later President Mubarak ordered to integrate the restoration of the palace that was hit in the earthquake of 1992 that happened in Egypt.