Mausoleum of Isma'il ibn Tha'lab
Monument Mausoleum in Cairo reflecting medieval burial traditions
Found in the lanes of historic Cairo, this mausoleum is visited by those interested in funerary architecture and by walkers linking several small tombs with surrounding mosques and market streets.
The Mausoleum of Isma’il ibn Tha’lab is a funerary monument situated in Cairo Governorate, Egypt, and recorded at the given coordinates. It functions as a named tomb within Cairo’s urban context.
It is a single mausoleum rather than a large complex, and there is little widely available public detail on its dimensions, decorative features, or interior layout. It is primarily of local historical interest rather than a major tourist site.
Documentary information on the mausoleum’s founder, construction date, and historic uses is not commonly available in public sources. Contemporary references list it as a local burial monument with limited archival detail.
The site lies at 30.01036° N, 31.25875° E in the greater Cairo area, Cairo Governorate.
- Coordinates: 30.01036° N, 31.25875° E
- Visiting notes: Limited public visitor information; local permission or guidance may be required to enter
How to Get to Mausoleum of Isma'il ibn Tha'lab #
Accessible from central historic Cairo, reach the mausoleum by taxi to Al-Azhar or Bab Zuweila and then walk the narrow lanes. Many such tombs are clustered within a short walk of key medieval landmarks.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of Isma'il ibn Tha'lab #
- Watch for laminated photocopies of inscriptions posted by local antiquities enthusiasts - they sometimes translate faded bands of text.
- If the mausoleum is closed, linger in the surrounding alleys and speak with shopkeepers - they often know the caretakers.
- Combine visits with nearby, larger monuments for contrast and context.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of Isma'il ibn Tha'lab #
Cool months are preferable; mornings and late afternoons give the best light and lower crowd levels.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of Isma'il ibn Tha'lab #
Mausoleum of Isma'il ibn Tha'lab'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 11°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 34°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.