Salihiyya Madrasa Monument
Historic Ottoman-era madrasa in Cairo
A historic madrasa in Cairo's Islamic quarter; visitors come for its Islamic-school architecture, carved stone details and proximity to medieval streets and nearby markets.
Salihiyya Madrasa at a Glance#
Address: Al-Salihiyya neighborhood, Cairo (exact street address varies)
Hours: No regular visiting hours (religious site; access subject to services)
Admission: Free to view externally; access details vary
How to Get to Salihiyya Madrasa#
Located in central Cairo’s traditional districts. Reachable by taxi from Tahrir Square (about 10-20 minutes depending on traffic) or by Cairo Metro to Sadat or Attaba stations followed by a short taxi ride. Exact street-level access can be narrow; use a local map app or ask a shopkeeper for directions.
Tips for Visiting Salihiyya Madrasa#
- Visit during morning prayer times to hear the call to prayer echoing through nearby streets-this helps appreciate the building's role in neighborhood life.
- Most visitors see the façade from the street; ask a local guide or imam if limited interior access is possible on non-serious tourist days.
- Look for carved stonework and carved inscription panels at eye level-these are often overlooked by quick passersby.
Best Time to Visit Salihiyya Madrasa#
Best visited outside the peak summer heat; coordinate visits with local prayer times to avoid disrupting services.
Weather & Climate near Salihiyya Madrasa#
Salihiyya Madrasa'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° | 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 |
