Madrassa az-Zahariyya, Damascus

Madrassa az-Zahariyya, Damascus

Madrassa az-Zahariyya, located near the Umayyad Mosque, is a 13th century school, which was initially the residence of Saladin’s father. After the great sultan’s death, the building was converted into his mausoleum. Now it also houses a library and is decorated with a splendid mosaic.
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Sight Name: Madrassa az-Zahariyya
Sight Location: Damascus, Syria (See walking tours in Damascus)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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