Mansoura, located in the Nile Delta, is renowned for its historic victory over the Crusaders in 1250 when Louis IX of France was captured during the Seventh Crusade. The city features beautiful Islamic architecture including the Grand Mosque and several historic mosques that reflect the rich Islamic heritage of the region. Today, Mansoura remains a vibrant center of Islamic culture and learning, home to a predominantly Muslim population that preserves the city's religious traditions and Islamic identity.