sabil of Mustafa Musali Shurbaji
Monument Ornamental public water fountain in historic Cairo
The sabil of Mustafa Musali Shurbaji is one of Cairo’s historic water dispensaries; visitors see its carved stone façade and consider it on pedestrian routes through the city’s Ottoman and Mamluk monuments.
How to Get to sabil of Mustafa Musali Shurbaji #
Found near the Muizz Street corridor in Historic Cairo; walking distance from Bab Zuweila (about 5-15 minutes) or from Al‑Azhar (10-20 minutes).
Tips for Visiting sabil of Mustafa Musali Shurbaji #
- The sabil's tilework and calligraphy can be subtle - use a zoom lens to capture inscriptions.
- Local residents can often provide a quick history or point out when restoration took place.
- Visit after rainfall if possible; puddled courtyards give a different atmosphere to these small monuments.
Best Time to Visit sabil of Mustafa Musali Shurbaji #
Best in the cooler months; early morning or late afternoon recommended in summer.
Weather & Climate near sabil of Mustafa Musali Shurbaji #
sabil of Mustafa Musali Shurbaji'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 10°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.
