sabil of Isma'il al-Manawi ou al-Maghlawi Monument

Historic public fountain (sabil) built by Isma'il al-Manawi

A sabil (public water kiosk) in historic Cairo, the sabil of Isma'il al‑Manawi (al‑Maghlawi) attracts those interested in Ottoman‑period civic architecture and the ornate stonework of Islamic Cairo.

sabil of Isma'il al-Manawi ou al-Maghlawi at a Glance#

Address: Historic Cairo (al‑Muizz Street area), Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Hours: Exterior visible 24/7; interior access variable

Admission: Free (exterior); interior/kuttab access by arrangement or during local programs

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How to Get to sabil of Isma'il al-Manawi ou al-Maghlawi#

On the al‑Muizz Street axis in Historic Cairo. Reachable on foot from Bab Zuweila (approx. 5-15 minutes) or from Al‑Azhar (10-20 minutes). Locals often spot them between larger monuments.

Tips for Visiting sabil of Isma'il al-Manawi ou al-Maghlawi#

The sabil's water spout and marble basin are the features to study - they reveal civic hygiene practices of the past.
If a kuttab is attached, look for inscription panels that name the donor and purpose of the school.
Visit at mid‑morning when local tradespeople pass - the building reads differently with neighborhood life around it.

Best Time to Visit sabil of Isma'il al-Manawi ou al-Maghlawi#

Best in cooler months when walking through the historic districts is most pleasant.

October-April (recommended)

October-April · 12-24°C

Cool days and clear skies for walking the old city.

May-September

May-September · 25-38°C

Hot weather; keep visits short and prefer early morning or late afternoon.

Weather & Climate near sabil of Isma'il al-Manawi ou al-Maghlawi#

Climate

sabil of Isma'il al-Manawi ou al-Maghlawi'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