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-Khayyāṭ at a Glance#
Address: Historic Cairo, al‑Muizz Street vicinity, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Hours: Exterior 24/7; interior by arrangement
Admission: Free to view from outside; interior access by arrangement
About qubbah Baybars al-Khayyāṭ#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 20° | 14° | 6 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.7 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 | 15° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.9 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% | 3.3 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 | 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% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |