Mausoleum of Qansuh Abu Sa'id
Monument Mausoleum in Cairo linked to Mamluk emir
Located within Cairo’s historic quarter, this mausoleum attracts visitors mapping the city’s funerary monuments and exploring the nearby mosques, madrasas and market streets that form the old urban core.
Mausoleum of Qansuh Abu Sa’id is a funerary monument located in Cairo Governorate, Egypt. It is one of several named mausoleums and tomb-chapels that mark the historic funerary landscape of Cairo.
The structure functions chiefly as a tomb and a small enclosed monument; visitors typically view external architectural elements and inscriptions where accessible. On-site access and interior openings vary by building and time of year.
Named after the individual interred there, the mausoleum serves as a burial monument. Specific construction dates and historical details require specialist sources.
The site lies within Greater Cairo in Cairo Governorate at the provided coordinates. Nearest urban context is the metropolitan area of Cairo.
- Coordinates: 30.032, 31.25906
How to Get to Mausoleum of Qansuh Abu Sa'id #
Found in the medieval city, the practical route is taxi to Al-Azhar, Bab Zuweila or Khan al-Khalili and then a short walk. These tombs are clustered within walking distance of central historic landmarks.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of Qansuh Abu Sa'id #
- Qansuh is a name associated with several historical figures; confirm with a local guide which Qansuh the site commemorates.
- Take time to read any visible inscriptions - they can give clues to dates and donors if legible.
- Combine the visit with nearby attractions to make a fuller half-day itinerary.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of Qansuh Abu Sa'id #
Best visited in autumn, spring or winter to avoid the summer heat; mornings and late afternoons are often the quietest.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of Qansuh Abu Sa'id #
Mausoleum of Qansuh Abu Sa'id'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 19°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 17°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 warmest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm, 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.
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