Al-Hussein Mosque
Mosque Historic mosque and shrine in Cairo's Islamic district
Al-Hussein Mosque stands in historic Cairo near Khan el-Khalili; it houses a revered shrine, draws worshippers and visitors interested in Islamic Cairo and religious festivals.
Al-Hussein Mosque is a historic mosque complex in historic Cairo, Egypt, located in the district commonly referred to as Islamic Cairo near Khan el-Khalili bazaar. The mosque is named for Husayn ibn Ali and functions as both a place of congregational prayer and a focal point for local pilgrimage.
The complex has been rebuilt and modified repeatedly over centuries; it includes prayer halls, shrines and adjacent mosque structures that reflect multiple phases of Cairo’s urban and religious history. It is frequently visited for prayer and for religious observance associated with the Prophet’s family.
The mosque occupies a site in the dense urban fabric of central Cairo and is easy to reach on foot from major historic streets and local transportation nodes. Visitors should observe local customs for dress and behaviour inside active religious spaces.
- Central location: Located in the historic Cairo district near the market area of Khan el-Khalili, the complex is part of the city's dense ensemble of mosques and mausoleums and is accessible from Al-Hussein Street.
How to Get to Al-Hussein Mosque #
Al‑Hussein Mosque is in central Cairo within the historic district of al‑Muizz li‑Din Allah Street. The nearest metro station is Sadat (on the Cairo Metro Line 1), followed by a short taxi or walking trip into the old city. Many visitors arrive on foot from the Khan el‑Khalili market or the Citadel.
Tips for Visiting Al-Hussein Mosque #
- Attend Friday prayers to see the mosque at its most active-but be respectful of prayer times and gendered spaces.
- Combine a visit with nearby Islamic Cairo sites: the Citadel and Khan el-Khalili are within walking distance.
- Photography inside is restricted during services; follow signage and local guidance.
Best Time to Visit Al-Hussein Mosque #
Visit in winter or shoulder seasons for milder weather and easier walking around Islamic Cairo; Friday afternoons are busiest for worshippers.
Weather & Climate near Al-Hussein Mosque #
Al-Hussein Mosque's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain.
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February
February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain.
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain.
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April
April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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