History of Zamalek in Timeline
Zamalek is an affluent district located on an island in Cairo, Egypt. Geologically part of the Nile River's west bank, it was separated by the Bahr al-A'ma canal in the 19th century. The northern portion of the island is primarily residential, while the southern two-thirds consist of sports grounds and public gardens. Zamalek is connected to the mainland via four bridges: Qasr El Nil Bridge, Galaa Bridge, 15 May Bridge, and 6th October Bridge.
1 hour ago : Zamalek vs USM Alger CAF Cup match: Penalty joy and goalkeeper injury.
Zamalek faced USM Alger in the CAF Cup, experiencing a rollercoaster first half with penalty joy and a goalkeeper injury. History favored Zamalek.
1924: Prince Amr Ibrahim Palace
In 1924, Prince Amr Ibrahim Palace was built and it is now the Museum of Islamic Ceramics.
1983: Official Qism Name
In 1983, the official qism name for the entire island became Zamalek.
2017: 2017 Census
In 2017, a census counted 14,946 residents in the island's four shiakhas.
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