Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah
Monument Historic water fountain and trough in Cairo
Built as a public drinking trough and fountain, the Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah illustrate civic architecture of historic Cairo; walkers study its carved stone and urban setting.
Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah is a named sabil with an associated trough located in Cairo Governorate, Egypt. As with other sabils, its primary purpose was to dispense drinking water to the public.
A trough paired with a sabil suggests provision for both people and animals in a public setting. No precise building date or patron is given in the available information for this specific feature.
The structure is recorded within Cairo Governorate at the provided coordinates and forms part of the city’s historic network of public water installations.
- Function: Historically intended for public water distribution; exact construction details are not specified here.
How to Get to Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah #
Find it within the dense lanes of Historic Cairo. A short walk from major markers like Bab Zuweila and Khan el-Khalili; taxis and ride-hailing also reach the area.
Tips for Visiting Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah #
- Notice the location of the trough relative to street level - points where the original spouts were placed tell about how people used the fountain.
- Compare construction techniques with nearby sabils for clues about the date and patronage.
Best Time to Visit Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah #
Visit in cooler months; mornings are less crowded and more comfortable.
Weather & Climate near Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah #
Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah'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.
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