Zawiya of Mustafa Pasha Monument
Ottoman-era Sufi lodge tied to Mustafa Pasha
Located in Cairo's old quarter, the Zawiya of Mustafa Pasha is examined by visitors interested in Islamic devotional sites and traditional urban streets.
Zawiya of Mustafa Pasha at a Glance#
About Zawiya of Mustafa Pasha#
The Zawiya of Mustafa Pasha is a small Islamic religious complex in historic Cairo that traditionally functions as a Sufi lodge and a site of local commemoration. It forms part of the historic built environment of Cairo’s Islamic district.
The complex typically includes a small prayer hall and a tomb chamber, with architectural features such as domes and ornamental work that reflect local building traditions. Its compact scale means it is most often seen as part of a wider tour of Islamic Cairo.
Like other Cairo zawiyas, it was founded by a private patron and has been subject to repairs and restorations across different periods; specific founding details are recorded in architectural records. The zawiya’s role has remained primarily religious and commemorative.
Situated in the medieval core of Cairo in Cairo Governorate, the zawiya is set among the narrow lanes and historic monuments of Islamic Cairo, close to Al-Azhar and surrounding markets.
- Conservation and access: Many zawiyas are fragile and have undergone restoration; photography and access may be restricted, so ask permission when visiting.
Weather & Climate near Zawiya of Mustafa Pasha#
Zawiya of Mustafa Pasha'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° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 40% | 3.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 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% | 1.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 9° - 21° | 15° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
