Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki Monument

Cairo mausoleum dedicated to 14th-century saint

Within Cairo Governorate, the Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki is visited by people exploring the city's funerary complexes, appreciating domes, masonry detail and historical graveyard layouts.

Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki at a Glance#

About Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki#

Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki is a tomb monument in Cairo Governorate, Egypt, named after the person commemorated there. It contributes to the patchwork of historic funerary architecture present in the city.

Interest in the site is generally architectural and commemorative; observers note external form and ornament where preserved. Interior visits may be limited and depend on site management.

The structure functions as a burial monument bearing the name Sandal al-Mangaki. Specific historical records or construction dates are not provided here.

The mausoleum sits within Greater Cairo at the coordinates given and is administratively in Cairo Governorate.

  • Coordinates: 30.03379, 31.26141

How to Get to Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki#

This mausoleum is in Cairo’s older districts; reach it by taxi to the Al-Azhar/Khan al-Khalili or Bab Zuweila area, then walk along the narrow lanes where many small tombs cluster.

Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki#

  • Sandal al-Mangaki is a less-frequented name-ask local guides for context on the patron and any local legends.
  • Look up to spot carved cornices and roofline details that are easy to miss at street level.
  • If the place is locked, nearby vendors and mosque caretakers often know who holds the key.

Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki#

Visit during the cooler months and outside midday in order to see fine details without crowds.

Autumn
October-November · 20-28°C
Clear skies and comfortable temperatures for walking.
Spring
March-April · 18-27°C
Good weather but busier near popular markets.
Winter
December-February · 10-20°C
Cool and relatively quiet; mornings are especially calm.

Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki#

Climate

Mausoleum of Sandal al-Mangaki'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° - 20° 14° 6 mm some cloud 61% 2.6 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h
February Excellent 9° - 21° 15° 6 mm some cloud 56% 2.5 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.0h
March Ideal 11° - 24° 17° 4 mm some cloud 51% 2.7 m/s 1.4 high 11.9h
April Ideal 14° - 29° 22° 1 mm some cloud 44% 2.8 m/s 1.8 very high 12.8h
May Ideal 18° - 32° 25° 1 mm mostly sunny 40% 3.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.6h
June Ideal 20° - 35° 27° 0 mm clear 40% 3.3 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.9h
July Ideal 22° - 35° 28° 0 mm clear 42% 2.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.8h
August Ideal 21° - 35° 28° 0 mm mostly sunny 45% 2.6 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 20° - 33° 27° 0 mm clear 50% 2.9 m/s 1.8 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 18° - 30° 24° 1 mm clear 56% 2.6 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° 7 mm mostly sunny 62% 2.6 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.1h

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