The Al-Gawhara Palace Restoration and Structural Stabilization project addressed one of the most magnificent palaces within the Citadel of Salah al-Din, adjacent to the Muhammad Ali Mosque. Built in 1814 as a residence for Muhammad Ali Pasha’s wife, the palace was designed with extraordinary luxury and grandeur. It features numerous grand halls, most notably the Reception Hall and the Clock Hall, considered the most beautiful in the palace. The palace is adorned with exquisite Ottoman decorative arts in wood and plaster, showcasing remarkable colors, paintings, and engravings. The palace suffered multiple fires during Muhammad Ali Pasha’s lifetime. The first occurred in 1235 AH (1819 AD) when the gunpowder factory behind it ignited, burning for two days. The second fire in 1239 AH (1823 AD) also originated from the citadel’s gunpowder storage, causing significant damage that required importing workers and masons from Thessaloniki for repairs. The palace burned again in 1972, prompting the Egyptian Antiquities Authority to develop a comprehensive restoration plan to return it to its original architectural and artistic splendor, including its decorations, furnishings, and artifacts. The palace was reopened as a museum showcasing the history of Muhammad Ali Pasha’s dynasty. Recent structural intervention work began in 2023 to address ongoing deterioration and preserve this historically significant monument.