masjid al-Mazharīyah Monument
Prominent medieval mosque complex in Cairo
Masjid al‑Mazhariyah in Cairo Governorate is a historic mosque that attracts visitors interested in Islamic architecture and old‑city streets.
masjid al-Mazharīyah at a Glance#
Address: Al-Muizz li-Din Allah Street area, Historic Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Hours: Exterior visible 24/7; interior access limited to non‑prayer times
Admission: Free to view; interior access by donation or guide (varies)
About masjid al-Mazharīyah#
Masjid al-Mazhariyah is a mosque in Cairo Governorate, Egypt, located at latitude 30.05697 and longitude 31.26148. It is an Islamic place of worship within the urban fabric of Cairo.
The building functions as a local mosque and is primarily of interest for religious use and for those surveying Cairo’s dense historic mosque stock. Visitors will typically note its prayer hall and exterior facade within a close-knit street setting rather than broad open grounds.
The structure was established as a mosque and has served congregational and neighborhood religious functions. Specific founding dates and patron names are not stated here to avoid conjecture.
Situated in the Cairo Governorate of Egypt, the mosque lies within the greater Cairo urban area at the coordinates given above, with the nearest major city being Cairo.
How to Get to masjid al-Mazharīyah#
On al‑Muizz Street in Historic Cairo. Best reached on foot while traversing Muizz’s sequence of monuments; from Bab Zuweila it is a short walk (5-15 minutes) depending on the route and crowds.
Tips for Visiting masjid al-Mazharīyah#
- Check prayer times - some parts are closed during services but the exterior and dome are visible.
- Bring a loupe or zoom camera: the carved epigraphy and tile fragments reward close inspection.
- Combine this stop with nearby madrasa and sabil-kuttab visits along Muizz Street to see different dome types.
Best Time to Visit masjid al-Mazharīyah#
Most agreeable from October through April when Cairo's temperatures are mild and exploration on foot is comfortable.
Weather & Climate near masjid al-Mazharīyah#
masjid al-Mazharīyah'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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 20° | 14° | 6 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 3.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Excellent | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 50% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
