From #preparations for #opening Int’l #Conference on #Return of #Refugees at the #Umayyad #Palace in #Damascus
Az-#Zahiriyah library… cultural and architectural masterpiece in #Damascus Old City
Az-#Zahiriyah library or #Madrasa al-Zahiriyah (al-Zahiriyah School) is a historic library, school, and mausoleum in #Damascus, #Syria. It dates back to 1277, taking its name from Sultan al-#Zahir #Baybars (1223–1277) who is buried here.
The library is one of the oldest Arab #libraries and one of the most important schools in history. Some described it as a spiritual reflection of man in #Syria.
Az-#Zahiriyah Library is located opposite the Great Adiliyya School, and both are located in the alley that links the #Citadel of #Damascus to its #Umayyad Mosque, Bab al-#Barid area in al-#Amarah neighborhood in #Damascus Old City.
The #Library is famous for its architectural design and it has two book stores and three reading rooms, one of which is dedicated to authors and is located in the Great #Adiliyya School.
Az-#Zahiriyah library or #Madrasa al-Zahiriyah (al-Zahiriyah School) is a historic library, school, and mausoleum in #Damascus, #Syria. It dates back to 1277, taking its name from Sultan al-#Zahir #Baybars (1223–1277) who is buried here.
The library is one of the oldest Arab #libraries and one of the most important schools in history. Some described it as a spiritual reflection of man in #Syria.
Az-#Zahiriyah Library is located opposite the Great Adiliyya School, and both are located in the alley that links the #Citadel of #Damascus to its #Umayyad Mosque, Bab al-#Barid area in al-#Amarah neighborhood in #Damascus Old City.
The #Library is famous for its architectural design and it has two book stores and three reading rooms, one of which is dedicated to authors and is located in the Great #Adiliyya School.
#Khan al-#Safarjalani… Tourist Attractions in #Damascus Old City 🫶 🌹 😍
Its magic takes you on an epic historical journey through time. It is “#Khan al-#Safarjalani” or “al- #Safarjalaniya”, which is nestled in middle of the ruins of the #Damascus Old City with its commercial fabric that is rich in markets and #khans.
The #khan is located inside the wall of the Old City in the ancient Goldsmiths Souq (market) on the avenue connecting the #Umayyad #Mosque from the southwest to al-Buzurieh market and al-#Azem #Palace.
The #architectural style of the #Khan was famous in the Levant and known as al-#Ablaq (an architectural technique involving alternating or fluctuating rows of light and dark stone.) All kinds of various goods were sold in it not long ago.
Its magic takes you on an epic historical journey through time. It is “#Khan al-#Safarjalani” or “al- #Safarjalaniya”, which is nestled in middle of the ruins of the #Damascus Old City with its commercial fabric that is rich in markets and #khans.
The #khan is located inside the wall of the Old City in the ancient Goldsmiths Souq (market) on the avenue connecting the #Umayyad #Mosque from the southwest to al-Buzurieh market and al-#Azem #Palace.
The #architectural style of the #Khan was famous in the Levant and known as al-#Ablaq (an architectural technique involving alternating or fluctuating rows of light and dark stone.) All kinds of various goods were sold in it not long ago.
#Hammam al-#Nahhasin… An archeological #masterpiece in #Aleppo Old City 😍☘️🌺
#Hammam al-#Nahhasin, one of the oldest and largest bathhouses in #Aleppo Old City. It is an archaeological #masterpiece that has preserved its aesthetic value over the years.
The visitors of #Hammam al-#Nahhasin go through small alleys to reach the bathhouse as it is located behind the #Great #Umayyad #Mosque where these alleys intersect with the roads leading to al- Shibani Church and the Farafra neighborhood.
Once you reach #Hammam al-#Nahhasin, you see a wooden door that invites you to go down a few steps to receive you in a spacious hall under antique stone domes adorned with copper chandeliers whose light shines on the place.
The central section of the #bathhouse is designated for a massage after the body wash. The external section is the largest part of the #Hammam, characterized with its traditional wooden decorations and marble floor. Here, bathers can take a period of relaxation around the pond.
#Hammam al-#Nahhasin, one of the oldest and largest bathhouses in #Aleppo Old City. It is an archaeological #masterpiece that has preserved its aesthetic value over the years.
The visitors of #Hammam al-#Nahhasin go through small alleys to reach the bathhouse as it is located behind the #Great #Umayyad #Mosque where these alleys intersect with the roads leading to al- Shibani Church and the Farafra neighborhood.
Once you reach #Hammam al-#Nahhasin, you see a wooden door that invites you to go down a few steps to receive you in a spacious hall under antique stone domes adorned with copper chandeliers whose light shines on the place.
The central section of the #bathhouse is designated for a massage after the body wash. The external section is the largest part of the #Hammam, characterized with its traditional wooden decorations and marble floor. Here, bathers can take a period of relaxation around the pond.
Al-#Buzurieh Souq… Story of heritage narrated by history 😍🍀🫶🏻🌹🌺
Al-#Buzurieh Souq (market) is a historical Souq located to the south of the #Umayyad #Mosque inside the old city of Damascus, #Syria.
In al-#Buzurieh Souq, the scents of #perfumes mix with the smells of dried flowers and #spices and condiments.
The Souq is famous for its #spices vendors, and the many historical #khans located along it, including #Khan As'ad Pasha. On its southern end it meets #Midhat #Basha #Souq.
#Perfumes and spices are sold in the souq, as well as various types of sweets, products, dried fruit and soap.
Al-#Buzurieh Souq (market) is a historical Souq located to the south of the #Umayyad #Mosque inside the old city of Damascus, #Syria.
In al-#Buzurieh Souq, the scents of #perfumes mix with the smells of dried flowers and #spices and condiments.
The Souq is famous for its #spices vendors, and the many historical #khans located along it, including #Khan As'ad Pasha. On its southern end it meets #Midhat #Basha #Souq.
#Perfumes and spices are sold in the souq, as well as various types of sweets, products, dried fruit and soap.
Call to prayer sounds again in #Grand #Umayyad #Mosque, Old #Aleppo City after 12 years
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Call to prayer sounds again in Great Umayyad Mosque, Old Aleppo City after 12 years
Aleppo, SANA- Maghrib Azan (call to prayer) has sounded again in the Great Umayyad Mosque in Aleppo City, announcing the return of life to this religious and historical hub after 12-year hiatus after it was cleansed of terrorism.
That came during a Ramadan…
That came during a Ramadan…