qubbah Baybars al-Khayyāṭ
Monument Mamluk funerary dome for Baybars al-Khayyad in Cairo
A domed funerary structure in Cairo’s old city, Qubbah Baybars al‑Khayyād is visited by those studying Mamluk‑era tomb architecture, domes and inscribed stonework amid the lanes of Islamic Cairo.
Qubbah Baybars al-Khayyad is a domed funerary monument in Cairo Governorate, Egypt, located at latitude 30.04554 and longitude 31.2576. The name links the structure to the Mamluk period and to a patron named Baybars.
The site presents a domed tomb chamber and related funerary architecture typical of Cairo’s Mamluk-era cemeteries. It is chiefly of interest to visitors tracing Mamluk monumental tombs and dome construction techniques.
Constructed as a mausoleum, the qubbah reflects Mamluk funerary practice and patronage; exact construction dates and detailed patron biography are not provided here to avoid speculation.
Situated in Cairo Governorate, the tomb is within Cairo’s historic urban area, with Cairo itself as the nearest major city.
How to Get to qubbah Baybars al-Khayyāṭ #
Situated in Historic Cairo near al‑Muizz Street. Reach on foot from Bab Zuweila in under 15 minutes or from Al‑Azhar in around 10-20 minutes, following the Muizz Street route.
Tips for Visiting qubbah Baybars al-Khayyāṭ #
- Observe the dome's profile from several angles - Baybars-era domes are often distinct in silhouette.
- Look for reused stone and spolia: many Mamluk structures incorporated older material.
- Hire a guide who can translate the epigraphic plaques; they often have the patron's name and date.
Best Time to Visit qubbah Baybars al-Khayyāṭ #
October through April offers the most comfortable conditions to explore outdoor monuments.
Weather & Climate near qubbah Baybars al-Khayyāṭ #
qubbah Baybars al-Khayyāṭ'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 34°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.