Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib
Monument Mausoleum attached to public trough and fountain in Cairo
A mausoleum paired with a water trough, this site illustrates practical elements of Cairo’s historic religious architecture; visitors find it while exploring the surrounding mosques, narrow streets and the market areas of the old city.
The Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib is a named funerary monument in Cairo Governorate, Egypt (approximate coordinates 30.04190, 31.27079). The inclusion of a trough in the name denotes a functional water feature associated with the site.
The site combines a tomb with a trough feature; troughs on such complexes are commonly used for animals or as part of water-provisioning practices. No detailed visitor services are recorded in the provided information.
No specific construction date, founder information, or later modification history is provided in the supplied data. The recorded name associates the monument with Muhammad Mawahib.
Situated in the urban area of Cairo Governorate at coordinates 30.04190 N, 31.27079 E.
- Trough present: Features a trough element, which indicates provision for animals or ritual cleansing as part of the site's facilities.
How to Get to Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib #
Situated within Cairo’s older neighborhoods; reachable by taxi and a short walk. A walking tour of the area will usually include such small complexes.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib #
- These small donor mausoleums can be closed to the public; arrange a guide who can manage access.
- Notice small epigraphs above doors - they often record the date of construction and the patron's profession.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib #
Avoid summer heat for longer, more comfortable visits.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib #
Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib'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 18°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 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.
