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 at a Glance#

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About Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi#

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.

Autumn

October-November · 20-28°C

Ideal walking weather and good light for details.

Spring

March-April · 18-27°C

Pleasant for exploring multiple sites; can be busier on weekends.

Winter

December-February · 10-20°C

Cool and quieter; morning light is excellent for photography.

Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of Sudun al-Qasrawi#

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 133 Unhealthy (Sg)

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberJuneAugust

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°	28°	0 mm	clear	40%	3.1 m/s	2.5 extreme	13.9h
July	Excellent	22° - 35°	28°	0 mm	clear	42%	2.7 m/s	2.5 extreme	13.8h
August	Ideal	22° - 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