Mausoleum of Tankizbugha Monument
Cairo mausoleum for Mamluk emir Tankizbugha
Among Cairo's concentration of historic tombs, the Mausoleum of Tankizbugha attracts visitors for its funerary architecture and as part of guided walks through the cemetery districts.
Mausoleum of Tankizbugha at a Glance#
About Mausoleum of Tankizbugha#
Mausoleum of Tankizbugha is a funerary structure in Cairo Governorate, Egypt, bearing the name of the person commemorated there. It is one of a number of named tombs within Cairo’s urban and cemetery fabric.
Points of interest are primarily external architectural details and the monument’s role as a tomb; interior visitation depends on local access arrangements. The building is chiefly of historical and architectural interest in its immediate context.
The site functions as the burial place named for Tankizbugha. Detailed historical and construction information is not included in this entry.
Located in Greater Cairo at the coordinates given, it is administratively within Cairo Governorate.
- Coordinates: 30.02156, 31.26058
How to Get to Mausoleum of Tankizbugha#
Located in the historic city, the mausoleum is most easily reached by taxi to the Al-Azhar/Khan al-Khalili or Bab Zuweila area, then on foot through short lanes where many tombs cluster.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of Tankizbugha#
- Tankizbugha's mausoleum may have distinctive details-look for unexpected tile fragments or a more pronounced portal.
- If the site is locked, ask at a nearby mosque - caretakers there often know who holds the key to small mausoleums.
- Plan multiple stops in the area; walking between monuments reveals how they relate spatially.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of Tankizbugha#
Visit in cooler months and outside midday for best comfort and light.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of Tankizbugha#
Mausoleum of Tankizbugha'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.
| 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% | 2.8 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% | 3.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 30° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |