Mausoleum of al-Gulshani
Monument Small Sufi mausoleum in Cairo's historic quarter
Located in Cairo Governorate, the Mausoleum of al-Gulshani is visited by those following the city’s network of mausoleums to study stone carving, domes and funerary inscriptions.
How to Get to Mausoleum of al-Gulshani #
Found within the network of tombs and zawiyas in historic Cairo. The most practical approach is by taxi to a nearby main road, followed by a short walk across uneven cemetery lanes.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of al-Gulshani #
- The complex sometimes houses Sufi gatherings - if a ceremony is taking place, observe respectfully and ask before photographing people.
- Look for carved vegetal motifs around the portal; they're an understated highlight.
- Visit late afternoon for the way the low sun picks out the dome's curvature.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of al-Gulshani #
Best in the cooler months for walking and photography.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of al-Gulshani #
Mausoleum of al-Gulshani'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.
