Sabil of Kosa Sinan
Monument Notable charitable fountain (sabil) in Cairo
Street-front sabil notable for its carved panels and integrated niche; often visited for architectural photography and as part of broader itineraries around Cairo’s historic mosques and markets.
Sabil of Kosa Sinan is a public drinking fountain located in Cairo Governorate, Egypt. The structure is identified by the personal name Kosa Sinan, indicating a patron or honoree.
This sabil takes the form of a small, street-facing kiosk where water was and may still be distributed to passersby. Such sabils are typically integrated into the surrounding buildings and viewed from the street.
Established to provide free potable water, the sabil illustrates the tradition of charitable urban infrastructure in historic Cairo. The name reflects its dedicatory origin or sponsoring individual.
Placed within Cairo Governorate at the provided coordinates, the sabil is part of the city’s historic urban fabric.
- Eponym: Associated with the name Kosa Sinan, identifying the fountain's dedicatee or patron.
How to Get to Sabil of Kosa Sinan #
Taxi or microbus to the Al-Muizz / Bab al-Futuh zone, then enter the maze-like side streets on foot. The sabil is best reached by walking from the main heritage axis.
Tips for Visiting Sabil of Kosa Sinan #
- Examine the grille from the outside and the niche depth - Kosa Sinan's sabils often have unusually deep basins.
- Check adjacent doorways: many patrons combined a sabil with a small wakala (merchant's entrance) or storage space above.
- Visit on a weekday morning to see local residents interact with the fountain rather than tourist groups.
Best Time to Visit Sabil of Kosa Sinan #
Best in cool seasons or early/late day for softer light and fewer local midday crowds.
Weather & Climate near Sabil of Kosa Sinan #
Sabil of Kosa Sinan'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.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain.
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February
February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain.
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain.
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April
April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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