Wikala al-Bazar'a Monument
Historic Ottoman-era caravanserai and trading warehouse in Cairo
Near Cairo's medieval quarter, the Wikala al-Bazar'a is a historic caravanserai (wikala) built to house merchants and store goods; visitors study its Islamic architecture and wander surrounding bazaars.
Wikala al-Bazar'a at a Glance#
Address: Historic district of Islamic Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
How to Get to Wikala al-Bazar'a#
Located in the historic district of Islamic Cairo, the site is reachable on foot from the Khan el‑Khalili and Al-Azhar areas. Take the Cairo Metro to Sadat station (Tahrir) or Al‑Azhar, then a short taxi or tuk‑tuk ride into the qasaba area; a local guide or map will help navigate the narrow lanes.
Tips for Visiting Wikala al-Bazar'a#
- Visit in the morning when the light is flatter-details of carved facades are easier to read.
- Respect that some wikalas are still used as storage or by small businesses-ask permission before photographing inner courtyards.
- Combine a visit with a walk around the nearby Khan el-Khalili and other Mamluk-era monuments to see the architectural context.
Best Time to Visit Wikala al-Bazar'a#
Winter through spring and autumn provide the best walking weather for Cairo's historic areas.
Weather & Climate near Wikala al-Bazar'a#
Wikala al-Bazar'a'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 | 15° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 44% | 2.9 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% | 3.3 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% | 2.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
