Khan al Sabun, Aleppo

Khan al Sabun, Aleppo

Khan al Sabun (Khan of soap) is a specialty shop, considered one of the greatest examples of Mameluke architecture. Located in the block east of the Great Mosque, Khan al-Sabun has an elegant carved-stone entrance which was built in 16th-century.

Khan al Sabun on Map

Sight Name: Khan al Sabun
Sight Location: Aleppo, Syria (See walking tours in Aleppo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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