sabil-kuttab of the amir Muhammad Monument
Ottoman-era fountain and kuttab built for Amir Muhammad
The sabil‑kuttab of the amir Muhammad is a compact civic building in historic Cairo; it draws attention for its stone ornament, calligraphic panels and as part of architectural itineraries.
sabil-kuttab of the amir Muhammad at a Glance#
Address: Al‑Muizz li‑Din Allah Street area, Historic Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Hours: Exterior visible 24/7; interior access variable
Admission: Free to view; interior access often limited
How to Get to sabil-kuttab of the amir Muhammad#
Located along the Muizz Street corridor in Historic Cairo. Reach on foot from Bab Zuweila (about 5-15 minutes) or from Al‑Azhar (10-20 minutes).
Tips for Visiting sabil-kuttab of the amir Muhammad#
- Inspect the donor inscription - it will usually name the amir Muhammad and can include a date in Hijri.
- Sabil‑kuttabs often have small niches and stone benches useful for sketching or resting while observing street life.
- Visit at non‑prayer hours if planning to enter interior spaces used for worship.
Best Time to Visit sabil-kuttab of the amir Muhammad#
Best in cooler months when long walking routes through Historic Cairo are comfortable.
Weather & Climate near sabil-kuttab of the amir Muhammad#
sabil-kuttab of the amir Muhammad'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 | 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 | Excellent | 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% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Ideal | 13° - 25° | 19° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 2.1 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 |
