Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz Monument
Funerary complex combining tomb and Quranic school in Cairo
This mausoleum with a sabil‑kuttab (water fountain and Qur'anic school) is one of many civic‑religious complexes in historic Cairo; tourists see it when tracing the city's social architecture and walking routes between markets and mosques.
Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz at a Glance#
About Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz#
The Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz is a funerary and charitable-educational complex recorded in Cairo Governorate, Egypt (approximate coordinates 30.01148, 31.25824). The name indicates it includes a sabil-kuttab, a fountain combined with a small elementary school.
Visitors encounter a tomb combined with a sabil-kuttab element, reflecting an architectural program that provided both water and elementary religious instruction. Specific visitor access details or interpretive signage are not provided in the available data.
The supplied information does not include construction dates or detailed biographical data for Radwan Bey al-Razzaz. The compound name identifies its mixed charitable and commemorative roles but additional historical documentation is not provided here.
Located within Cairo Governorate at coordinates 30.01148 N, 31.25824 E, the complex lies in the urban area of Cairo.
- Sabil-kuttab included: Incorporates a sabil-kuttab - a combination of a public fountain and a small Qur’anic school, indicating both charitable and educational functions.
How to Get to Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz#
Located in Cairo’s older districts; reach via taxi from central Cairo and walk the last stretch through narrow streets. Local guides can assist with permissions to enter interior spaces.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz#
- The attached kuttab (if present) indicates a charitable educational function - look for small window openings at street level where Quranic lessons may have been taught.
- Bring a camera capable of shooting in low-light if interiors are accessible; interiors can be dim and richly detailed.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz#
Plan visits in cooler months when walking tours are most comfortable.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz#
Mausoleum and sabil-kuttab of Radwan Bey al-Razzaz'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° | 5 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| March | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 17° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 3.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 3.1 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 | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.8 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% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |