Mausoleum of Tarabay al-Sharifi
Monument Historic Cairo mausoleum from Mamluk-era architecture
The mausoleum of Tarabay al‑Sharifi in Cairo forms part of Mamluk funerary architecture; visitors note carved stonework, cupola and proximity to other monuments of Islamic Cairo.
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How to Get to Mausoleum of Tarabay al-Sharifi #
The mausoleum is located within Cairo’s historic district and is best reached by taxi from Tahrir Square or the Al-Azhar area. Walking tours of the Mamluk monuments often include this site; local guides can position it within the wider map of medieval Cairo.
Tips for Visiting Mausoleum of Tarabay al-Sharifi #
- Look for the carved epigraphs near the tomb entrance - they provide clues to the mausoleum's patronage and dates.
- Visit as part of a walking tour of the adjacent Mamluk monuments for comparative context.
- The mosque's courtyard often provides a cooler, quieter refuge from Cairo's heat.
Best Time to Visit Mausoleum of Tarabay al-Sharifi #
Cairo's cooler months (Oct-Apr) are best for visiting several small historical sites in one day.
Weather & Climate near Mausoleum of Tarabay al-Sharifi #
Mausoleum of Tarabay al-Sharifi'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 10°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.