Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan Monument
Endowed sabil serving travelers in historic Cairo
Located in central Cairo, this sabil features carved inscriptions and a modest facade; travelers come for close-up study of Ottoman-period public fountains and for route-based exploration of the city's preserved charitable architecture.
Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan at a Glance#
Address: Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan, Historic Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
About Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan#
Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan is a named public water fountain located in Cairo Governorate, Egypt. It is one of the many small civic fountains historically found throughout Cairo.
The site is a street-facing kiosk used for distribution of drinking water to the public and typically occupies a compact footprint. Such sabils are usually integrated into the surrounding building line and are viewed primarily from the street.
Built to serve local residents and travelers, the sabil reflects the tradition of providing water through endowed civic structures in Cairo. The name indicates an individual who sponsored or was commemorated by the fountain.
The sabil sits within the urban area of Cairo Governorate at the provided coordinates.
- Patron: Associated with the name Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan, indicating a named patron or founder.
How to Get to Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan#
In Historic Cairo; best reached by foot from Bab Zuweila or Khan el-Khalili, or by short taxi ride from downtown Cairo.
Tips for Visiting Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan#
- Note the sabil's alignment with nearby streets - these fountains were placed where flows of people intersected.
- Bring a camera with a telephoto to capture inscriptions on upper friezes without needing a ladder.
Best Time to Visit Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan#
Visit during the cooler season and in the morning for optimal conditions.
Weather & Climate near Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan#
Sabil of Ibrahim Agha Mustahfizan'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 |
