Mausoleum al-Saba' Banat
Monument Small funerary monument in Cairo's historic district
Part of a group of small tombs in historic Cairo, this mausoleum attracts visitors for its place in the city’s network of funerary buildings and its proximity to Al‑Azhar, nearby mosques and the old market streets.
The Mausoleum al-Saba’ Banat is a named funerary monument in Cairo Governorate, Egypt (approximate coordinates 30.04825, 31.27668). It is recorded as a discrete tomb structure within the city.
A small tomb structure that forms part of Cairo’s patchwork of historic funerary sites; it is typically of interest in targeted architectural or local-historical visits rather than as a major tourist attraction. No published visitor amenities or opening arrangements are specified in the available information.
The supplied data does not include documented dates, patrons, or historical phases for this mausoleum. Detailed historical attribution and inscriptional evidence are not provided here.
Located within the Cairo Governorate urban area; the site’s coordinates are 30.04825 N, 31.27668 E.
How to Get to Mausoleum al-Saba' Banat #
Located in Cairo’s old city; reach it by taxi from downtown or from a nearby metro station and then proceed on foot through narrow streets. A local guide will usually have the precise location and can manage access permissions if needed.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum al-Saba' Banat #
- Many of these small mausoleums are easiest to visit as part of a guided walking tour of Medieval Cairo.
- Look for Ottoman-era sabils (public water fountains) attached to some tomb complexes - they signal a charitable endowment tied to the monument.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum al-Saba' Banat #
Best outside peak summer heat.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum al-Saba' Banat #
Mausoleum al-Saba' Banat'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 10°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 17°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 warm, 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.
