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.
Mausoleum al-Saba' Banat at a Glance#
About Mausoleum al-Saba' Banat#
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.
| 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 | 10° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 3.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 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% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Excellent | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Excellent | 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% | 2.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
