Sabil-kuttab of Zayn al-Abidin Monument

Sabil-kuttab associated with Zayn al-Abidin, historic fountain

Found in Islamic Cairo, the Sabil‑kuttab of Zayn al‑Abidin is a compact fountain with an upper kuttab; tourists come to inspect its stone carving, traditional lattice windows and adjoining mosque precincts.

Sabil-kuttab of Zayn al-Abidin at a Glance#

Address: al-Muizz li-Din Allah Street, Historic Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Admission: Free (street viewing)

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How to Get to Sabil-kuttab of Zayn al-Abidin#

Located on al-Muizz li-Din Allah Street in Historic Cairo. Reachable by taxi from central Cairo or on foot from Khan al-Khalili and other nearby historic sites.

Tips for Visiting Sabil-kuttab of Zayn al-Abidin#

Zayn al-Abidin's sabil-kuttab may have particular calligraphic panels-bring a camera with a good zoom to capture the script for later translation.
Late afternoon light helps the shallow reliefs read more dramatically; midday flattens them.
Ask if any local religious schools still use nearby spaces; continuity between historic kuttabs and modern institutions is common.

Best Time to Visit Sabil-kuttab of Zayn al-Abidin#

Visit in cooler months and aim for morning or late-afternoon light for best views.

Winter

December-February · 10-20°C

Cool and pleasant for wandering.

Spring/Fall

March-May, October-November · 18-30°C

Great light for details; fewer tourists.

Summer

June-September · 28-38°C

Hot; mornings preferred.

Weather & Climate near Sabil-kuttab of Zayn al-Abidin#

Climate

Sabil-kuttab of Zayn al-Abidin'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.

Air Quality: AQI 133 Unhealthy (Sg)

Best Time to Visit

SeptemberJuneAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

45°

Warmest Month

1°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

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°	28°	0 mm	clear	40%	3.1 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%	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