mausoleum of Qaraquja al-Hasani

Monument Historic mausoleum for Qaraquja al-Hasani in Cairo

Near the spine of historic Cairo, the mausoleum of Qaraquja al‑Hasani draws visitors interested in its domed tomb, decorative stone carving and for inclusion on guided walks of the city’s mosques and madrasa complexes.

The Mausoleum of Qaraquja al-Hasani is a tomb monument in Cairo Governorate, Egypt, located at latitude 30.03875 and longitude 31.26985. It is one of many named funerary structures within Cairo’s historical burial districts.

The site consists of a funerary chamber and associated dome architecture typical of smaller mausoleums. It is primarily of interest to specialists and visitors tracing Mamluk and later funerary monuments in Cairo.

Constructed as a tomb, the mausoleum has served as a burial and memorial structure. Specific construction dates or detailed historical episodes are not provided here to avoid uncertainty.

Positioned within Cairo Governorate, the mausoleum lies inside the greater Cairo area; Cairo is the nearest major city.

mausoleum of Qaraquja al-Hasani
Historic Cairo, near Bab Zuweila and al‑Muizz li‑Din Allah Street, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
30.0388, 31.2699
Exterior visible 24/7; interiors usually open during prayer times or by request
Free to view; interior access varies

How to Get to mausoleum of Qaraquja al-Hasani #

Near the stretch of al‑Muizz li‑Din Allah Street and within walking distance of Bab Zuweila. Access is easiest on foot from the Muizz pedestrian route; expect a 5-15 minute walk depending on the chosen gate.

Tips for Visiting mausoleum of Qaraquja al-Hasani #

  • Bring a torch for interior cracks of light - small mausolea often have limited interior illumination.
  • Look for mortar repairs and different stone colors - they indicate repairs done during Ottoman or modern periods.
  • If photographing the dome, use a short focal length to capture the full interior from the threshold.

Best Time to Visit mausoleum of Qaraquja al-Hasani #

Autumn through spring is the most comfortable season for exploring small monuments in Cairo.

Best months
October-April · 12-24°C
Comfortable for walking the medieval streets and photographing carved details.
Summer
May-September · 25-38°C
Hot and bright - mornings and evenings preferable.

Weather & Climate near mausoleum of Qaraquja al-Hasani #

Climate

mausoleum of Qaraquja al-Hasani'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.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain.

81 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain.

81 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain.

91 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 24°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.

91 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 29°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
17° 32°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

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.

98 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 35°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 35°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

August

August is warm, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

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.

99 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 33°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

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