The city became the political and religious center of the Fatimid caliphate and within a short time turned into an important hub of trade and culture. Al-Azhar, founded in the same period, developed as one of the region's leading institutions of learning and reinforced Cairo's influence.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Foundation of Cairo?
- In 969, after conquering Egypt, the Fatimids founded Cairo as a new capital.
- When did Foundation of Cairo happen?
- 969 CE