Mausoleum al-Kumi Monument
Historic mausoleum in Cairo with funerary architecture
Situated in Cairo's historic quarter near Al‑Azhar, this funerary monument draws visitors interested in Islamic funerary architecture and the dense cluster of tombs, mosques and markets that make the area's streets worth walking and photographing.
Mausoleum al-Kumi at a Glance#
About Mausoleum al-Kumi#
The Mausoleum al-Kumi is a funerary monument located in Cairo Governorate, Egypt (approximate coordinates 30.03341, 31.25890). It is identified in modern records by its name and location within the urban fabric of Cairo.
A compact funerary structure marking a tomb; the site is typically encountered on walks or research visits through Cairo’s dense historic quarters. There are no widely published visitor facilities specifically associated with this mausoleum in the available data.
Specific information on the builder, founding date, and historical alterations is not provided in the supplied data. The monument is recorded by name and location but detailed archival or inscriptional history is not available here.
Sited within Cairo Governorate, the mausoleum lies inside the greater Cairo urban area. Coordinates for the location are 30.03341 N, 31.25890 E.
How to Get to Mausoleum al-Kumi#
The mausoleum sits in Cairo’s historic Islamic district. The easiest access is from downtown Cairo by taxi; the nearest metro stations are Khaled Ibn al-Walid or Sadat (on the metro map), followed by a short taxi ride. Because the area is dense and some streets are pedestrian-only, walking from a nearby taxi drop-off is usually necessary.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum al-Kumi#
- The mausoleums in historic Cairo are best seen with a knowledgeable guide who can point out dates, inscriptions and architectural details.
- Visit early in the day to avoid the worst heat and the busier guided-tour hours in the afternoon.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum al-Kumi#
Visit outside the summer months when Cairo is more comfortable for walking tours.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum al-Kumi#
Mausoleum al-Kumi'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 | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.8 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° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 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% | 1.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
