Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf Monument

Cairo funerary monument with historic Islamic ornamentation

This mausoleum appears on walking tours through historic Cairo's labyrinth of tombs and mosques; visitors come to document Islamic funerary forms and then move on to nearby bazaars and coffeehouses.

Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf at a Glance#

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About Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf#

The Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf is a named funerary structure in Cairo Governorate, Egypt, marked by its recorded coordinates. It is a local tomb monument within the urban area of Cairo.

Public information treats it as a modest mausoleum rather than a large architectural complex; detailed interior descriptions and dimensions are not widely published. It does not appear as a major tourist attraction in common guides.

Specific historical data on who built the mausoleum and when is not broadly available in standard public references. It is generally listed as a local grave monument in contemporary records.

The mausoleum is located at 30.02070° N, 31.26765° E within the metropolitan area of Cairo, in Cairo Governorate.

Coordinates: 30.02070° N, 31.26765° E
Visiting notes: Typically a locally visited tomb without widely published visiting hours or guided tours

How to Get to Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf#

Found in central historic Cairo, the mausoleum is reached by taxi to Al-Azhar/Khan al-Khalili or Bab Zuweila and then by foot. Many of these small monuments are within a brief walking distance of each other.

Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf#

If possible, go with someone who reads Arabic - many dated inscriptions and donor names are still legible inside.
Notice the transitions between older masonry and newer repairs; they reveal conservation histories.
Plan multiple stops: visiting these small mausoleums in isolation misses the comparative story they tell together.

Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf#

Best in cooler months; mornings avoid the crowds and the midday heat.

Autumn

October-November · 20-28°C

Ideal for exploring several sites on foot.

Spring

March-April · 18-27°C

Generally pleasant, though busier in touristy stretches.

Winter

December-February · 10-20°C

Cool and calm; mornings particularly quiet.

Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf#

Climate

Mausoleum of Ikhwat Yusuf'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° - 19°	13°	7 mm	some cloud	61%	2.6 m/s	0.6 moderate	10.3h
February	Excellent	8° - 21°	14°	6 mm	some cloud	56%	2.5 m/s	0.9 moderate	11.0h
March	Ideal	10° - 24°	17°	4 mm	some cloud	51%	3.0 m/s	1.4 high	11.9h
April	Ideal	14° - 28°	21°	2 mm	some cloud	44%	3.0 m/s	1.8 very high	12.8h
May	Ideal	17° - 32°	25°	1 mm	mostly sunny	40%	3.2 m/s	2.2 extreme	13.6h
June	Ideal	20° - 34°	27°	0 mm	clear	40%	3.1 m/s	2.5 extreme	13.9h
July	Ideal	21° - 35°	28°	0 mm	clear	42%	2.8 m/s	2.5 extreme	13.8h
August	Ideal	21° - 34°	28°	0 mm	mostly sunny	45%	2.6 m/s	2.3 extreme	13.1h
September	Ideal	20° - 33°	26°	0 mm	clear	50%	3.0 m/s	1.8 very high	12.2h
October	Ideal	17° - 30°	23°	1 mm	clear	56%	2.7 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°	8 mm	mostly sunny	62%	2.6 m/s	0.6 moderate	10.1h