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 at a Glance#
Address: Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah, Historic Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
About Sabil and trough of Kur Abdallah#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 8° - 20° | 14° | 6 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.6 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 | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.8 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° | 27° | 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 | 21° - 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% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 1.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
