Mausoleum and khanqah of Shaykh
Monument Religious complex with mausoleum and khanqah in Cairo
A mausoleum attached to a khanqah (Sufi hospice), this compound interests visitors who study Cairo’s religious institutions, Ottoman and Mamluk-era foundations, and the narrow alleys linking tombs, mosques and small workshops.
The Mausoleum and khanqah of Shaykh is a funerary and religious complex recorded in Cairo Governorate, Egypt (approximate coordinates 30.03043, 31.25297). The name denotes the presence of both a tomb and a khanqah, a building associated with Sufi practice.
The complex combines a mausoleum with a khanqah space; such ensembles often served both as tombs and as centers for Sufi activity. Available information does not detail interior access or visitor services.
Detailed historical records including date of construction, the identity of the Shaykh commemorated, and subsequent modifications are not provided in the supplied data. The functional label indicates a religious and funerary use.
Located within the urban extent of Cairo Governorate at coordinates 30.03043 N, 31.25297 E.
- Khanqah feature: Includes a khanqah - a Sufi lodge used historically for religious retreat and communal lodging.
How to Get to Mausoleum and khanqah of Shaykh #
Located in Cairo’s historic district; access via taxi from central Cairo, followed by a walk through pedestrian lanes. Local tour operators include these sites in walking routes.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum and khanqah of Shaykh #
- Look for signs of later repairs and restorations; many buildings in Cairo have Ottoman-era facelifts that sit over Mamluk foundations.
- Bring a guide who can translate the Arabic inscriptions and point out dates and patrons' names.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum and khanqah of Shaykh #
Visiting outside summer is recommended for comfort and better light.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum and khanqah of Shaykh #
Mausoleum and khanqah of Shaykh'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 34°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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