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National Museum of Egyptian Civilization · Fustat, Old Cairo

Ancient Dye House

Now showingPermanent collection·E£550

Cairo's sole surviving ancient dye house, dating to at least the early Fatimid period (969–1171 AD). This archaeological exhibit offers a rare glimpse into medieval industrial textile production in the heart of what is now Old Cairo.

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