Mosque of al-Zahir Baybars
Mosque 13th-century Mamluk mosque with notable stonework
A 13th‑century mosque founded for Sultan Baybars in Cairo; tourists interested in Mamluk architecture visit for its carved stonework and historic urban setting.
The Mosque of al-Zahir Baybars is a Mamluk-era religious complex in Cairo, Egypt, associated with the reign of Sultan al-Zahir Baybars in the 13th century. It is one of several monumental works commissioned during Baybars’ rule.
Architectural features include traditional Mamluk stonework and funerary elements typical of 13th-century Cairene complexes; the site is visited for its historical architecture rather than as a modern large congregational mosque. The mosque is located within Cairo’s historic urban fabric and is usually seen in the context of nearby medieval monuments.
The complex was commissioned by Sultan al-Zahir Baybars in the mid 1200s as part of his program of religious and dynastic architecture in Cairo. Over subsequent centuries the building has undergone repairs and restorations typical of urban Mamluk monuments.
It stands in historic Cairo within the Cairo Governorate, among other medieval Mamluk constructions and close to the dense historic core of the city.
- Date and patron: Constructed in the mid 13th century during the Mamluk period, the complex includes a mosque and associated funerary elements commissioned by Sultan al-Zahir Baybars.
How to Get to Mosque of al-Zahir Baybars #
Located in Historic Cairo, the mosque is accessible by taxi from central Cairo and is often included on walking tours of medieval Cairo’s Mamluk monuments. Confirm visiting rules and times with local authorities.
Tips for Visiting Mosque of al-Zahir Baybars #
- Combine a visit with other Mamluk monuments in Cairo's historic district to see the broader architectural context.
- Avoid peak midday heat; the mosque's shaded spaces are more comfortable in mornings and late afternoons.
Best Time to Visit Mosque of al-Zahir Baybars #
Late autumn through spring for the most comfortable walking in Cairo.
Weather & Climate near Mosque of al-Zahir Baybars #
Mosque of al-Zahir Baybars'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 10°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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