National Museum of the Illumination, Miniature and Calligraphy, Algiers

National Museum of the Illumination, Miniature and Calligraphy, Algiers

The National Museum of the Illumination, Miniature and Calligraphy is located in Dar Hassan Pacha, a palace built in 1791. The architectural style is Moorish, a popular style in Algeria during the 18th century. The palace belonged to dey Pacha Hassan and is a work of art in itself. Until 1950, Dar Hassan Pacha was used as a winter palace for the general governor. The museum's collection features illuminations, miniatures and calligraphy by national and international artists.

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National Museum of the Illumination, Miniature and Calligraphy on Map

Sight Name: National Museum of the Illumination, Miniature and Calligraphy
Sight Location: Algiers, Algeria (See walking tours in Algiers)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery

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