Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha Monument

Combined mausoleum and public fountain in Cairo

This mausoleum and adjacent sabil sit inside Cairo's older neighbourhoods; tourists visit to see an example of Islamic funerary architecture and the functional civic features - public water dispensaries and religious complexes - that used to serve the city.

Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha at a Glance#

About Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha#

The Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha is a combined funerary and charitable monument in Cairo Governorate, Egypt (approximate coordinates 30.03645, 31.25982). The name indicates the complex contains both a tomb and a sabil, a public water-provisioning structure.

The site comprises a tomb and an associated sabil feature; such combinations were commonly part of charitable and funerary complexes in Cairo. Visitors typically note the dual function of the site as both memorial and public utility.

No specific dates, founder names, or construction phases are provided in the supplied data. The recorded name indicates a connection to an individual called Umar Agha, but further historical detail is not available here.

Situated within the Cairo urban area at coordinates 30.03645 N, 31.25982 E, the complex lies inside Cairo Governorate.

  • Sabil present: Includes a sabil - a public water fountain feature that historically supplied water to passersby and pilgrims.

How to Get to Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha#

Accessible from central Cairo by taxi; the mausoleum is in the historic quarter where streets can be narrow and signage inconsistent. A short walk from the closest metro/taxi drop will be required.

Tips for Visiting Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha#

  • Check with local authorities or a guide before entering enclosed mausoleum spaces - many are not open to unaccompanied visitors.
  • Notice the water troughs and charitable functions often attached to these complexes; they tell a great deal about the social intentions behind the architecture.

Best Time to Visit Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha#

Avoid the height of summer when walking can be physically taxing.

Autumn-spring
October-April · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Comfortable for extended walking tours in the old city.

Weather & Climate near Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha#

Climate

Mausoleum and Sabil of Umar Agha'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.

Air Quality: AQI 133 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
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

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