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.
Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib at a Glance#
About Mausoleum and trough of Muhammad Mawahib#
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.
| 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% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.9 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% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Excellent | 22° - 35° | 28° | 0 mm | clear | 42% | 2.7 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 |
