turbat wa-miʼdhanat Abū al-Ghaḍanfar
Monument Tomb and minaret complex dedicated to Abu al-Ghadanfar
Turbat wa‑miʿdhanat Abū al‑Ghaḍanfar combines a tomb and a minaret in Cairo’s historic core; visitors stop for its domed tomb, vertical minaret and role in local architectural tours.
turbat wa-miʿdhanat Abū al-Ghaḍanfar is recorded in Cairo Governorate, Egypt as a site whose name indicates a tomb and associated structures for a person called Abū al-Ghaḍanfar. It is identified by name as a small funerary or commemorative location rather than a major public monument.
The site is of interest to specialists in local funerary architecture and historical onomastics; casual visits typically focus on exterior features and inscriptions where accessible. There are usually no formal visitor amenities.
Names of this form commonly denote a tomb complex and related buildings; specific historical details such as date of construction, patronage, and architectural history for this particular site are not provided in widely available references.
The site lies at the coordinates above within the Cairo Governorate, inside the greater Cairo urban area.
- Coordinates: 30.04632 N, 31.26627 E
- Site type: Name indicates a compound site containing a tomb and associated structures for Abū al-Ghadanfar
How to Get to turbat wa-miʼdhanat Abū al-Ghaḍanfar #
Make for Historic/Islamic Cairo by taxi from central Cairo. Once in the old city, proceed on foot into the lanes around Khan al-Khalili and Al-Azhar. These small religious complexes are often reached by local direction rather than map coordinates.
Tips for Visiting turbat wa-miʼdhanat Abū al-Ghaḍanfar #
- If entry is closed, photograph the exterior masonry and inscriptions from the street - they often contain donor names and dates.
- Look for layers of repair: different mortar, different stones - these tell the building's maintenance story.
- Visit in late afternoon when the alley light softens; details in shadow pop better for photos.
Best Time to Visit turbat wa-miʼdhanat Abū al-Ghaḍanfar #
Shoulder seasons and morning visits are best for comfort and light; interiors are often quietest at these times.
Weather & Climate near turbat wa-miʼdhanat Abū al-Ghaḍanfar #
turbat wa-miʼdhanat Abū al-Ghaḍanfar'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.
