Madrasah Al-Osrooniah, Damascus

Madrasah Al-Osrooniah, Damascus

Madrasah Al-Osrooniah, one of the oldest schools in Damascus, was built by Ben Osroon Al Tamimi in 1017. After a fire in 1954, the school was turned into a market, named Asrooniah. Inside its library, Aagafha Halabi, you will find the tomb of Ben Osroon.
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Sight Name: Madrasah Al-Osrooniah
Sight Location: Damascus, Syria (See walking tours in Damascus)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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