takīyah al-Sulaymānīyah
Monument Sufi hospice founded during Ottoman period in Cairo
Takīyah al‑Sulaymānīyah is a small historic lodge in Cairo’s old city; visitors encounter its period architecture while walking the cluster of mosques and tombs in the area.
takīyah al-Sulaymānīyah is a takiyah in Cairo Governorate, Egypt named as a local Sufi hospice or religious building. It is listed as a named religious site rather than a large monument.
People interested in Cairo’s historic religious architecture may visit to view exterior details and inscriptions; visits are typically short and there are no major visitor services. The site is primarily of specialist or local interest.
Takiyyas historically functioned as lodges for Sufi orders and could include prayer halls and lodging; specific founder, construction date, and detailed historical narrative for this particular takiyah are not documented in common sources available here.
The takiyah sits at the coordinates above within the Cairo Governorate, inside the greater Cairo urban area.
- Coordinates: 30.03676 N, 31.25547 E
- Building type: Named as a takiyah, indicating historical function as a Sufi hospice or small religious complex
How to Get to takīyah al-Sulaymānīyah #
Head to the historic quarter of Islamic Cairo near Khan al-Khalili. The takīyah is best reached on foot once in the area; use a local shopkeeper or street sign to pinpoint the exact lane as many entrances are set back from the main alleys.
Tips for Visiting takīyah al-Sulaymānīyah #
- Peer at the outside walls: graffiti, votive notes, and later repair marks tell the takīyah's modern story.
- If the space is used for local functions, ask a neighbor to introduce the caretaker rather than barging in.
- Combine with a guided walk of Islamic Cairo to understand architectural vocabulary - domes, mashrabiyya, and minarets make more sense in sequence.
Best Time to Visit takīyah al-Sulaymānīyah #
Morning visits in shoulder seasons minimize crowds and maximize comfortable exploration.
Weather & Climate near takīyah al-Sulaymānīyah #
takīyah al-Sulaymānīyah'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 34°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.
