Sabil of Taha Hasan al-Wardani
Monument Decorative public fountain in Cairo's old district
Decorative sabil with stone carving and inscription work; visitors come to study craftsmanship and to photograph facade details while touring Cairo’s historic districts.
The Sabil of Taha Hasan al-Wardani is a small public water fountain in Cairo, Egypt, and part of the city’s historic network of street sabils. It was established to supply drinking water to the surrounding neighbourhood.
The structure is compact and street-facing, with a dispensing niche that allows attendants or passersby to collect water; ornamentation, where present, concentrates around the opening. Its modest dimensions indicate local-scale service rather than a larger institutional function.
The sabil bears the name of Taha Hasan al-Wardani, implying personal endowment; such fountains were commonly set up as waqf for public benefit. Maintenance histories vary and some sabils have been repaired or altered over time.
Situated in Cairo Governorate, the sabil lies within Cairo’s historic urban core and is accessible from nearby streets and neighbourhoods.
- Patron: Built or endowed by the person named in the title, following the common charitable waqf tradition in Cairo's urban history.
How to Get to Sabil of Taha Hasan al-Wardani #
Walk from Al-Muizz Street or take a taxi to the historic core (Bab al-Futuh/Bab Zuweila) and continue on foot through the side streets to find this sabil.
Tips for Visiting Sabil of Taha Hasan al-Wardani #
- Use a wide-angle with a straight-on composition to include the sabil and its immediate urban context - doorways, signage, and street life tell part of the story.
- Look for stamp marks on the basin's underside - masons often left small symbols that indicate a workshop.
- Arrive early to see morning routines: water bottles being filled, vendors setting up nearby.
Best Time to Visit Sabil of Taha Hasan al-Wardani #
Cool months and mornings are most favorable; avoid midday heat in summer.
Weather & Climate near Sabil of Taha Hasan al-Wardani #
Sabil of Taha Hasan al-Wardani'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.
