Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi
Monument Mausoleum in Cairo associated with medieval dignitary
On the outskirts of Cairo, the Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi is typically visited by those surveying the city’s historic tomb ensembles, stonework and funerary architecture.
Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi is a burial monument located in Cairo Governorate, Egypt. It forms part of the historic funerary architecture found across Cairo’s older districts.
Observers generally note the exterior form and any surviving decorative elements; interior access is subject to site management and conservation conditions. The monument is principally of local historical and architectural interest.
Named for the individual interred there, the mausoleum serves as a commemorative tomb. Specific construction dates and builder details are not provided here.
The mausoleum is situated within Greater Cairo at the coordinates supplied and falls under the administrative area of Cairo Governorate.
- Coordinates: 30.04337, 31.2621
How to Get to Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi #
Accessible from central historic Cairo, reach the site by taxi to Al-Azhar or Bab Zuweila and walk along narrow lanes. Many mausoleums in this precinct are within a short walk of each other.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi #
- Sudun al-Qasrawi's name may not be widely documented-ask local guides for oral histories.
- Look for different stone types in the walls; they often indicate repairs across centuries.
- If possible, visit several nearby mausoleums to build a comparative sense of styles and dates.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi #
Visit during the cooler months; mornings and late afternoons give the best conditions.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi #
Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi'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 35°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.
