Kafr Sousa, Damascus

Name: Kafr Sousa
Address: Damascus, Syria

#102 among attractions in Damascus

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Kafar Souseh is a municipality and neighborhood of Damascus, Syria, located in the southwestern part of the capital. It is home to the Syrian Council of Ministers and the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. ()

Local name: كفر سوسة Coordinates: 33°29'55"N, 36°16'48"E

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Kafr Sousa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Museum of Damascus, Tekkiye Mosque, Marjeh Square, Cinema City.

1.1 miNE
Museum of Syrian history and art
National Museum of Damascus, Damascus
29 min walk • The National Museum of Damascus stands as a cornerstone of Syrian culture and heritage, located in the heart of the country's capital, Damascus. This prestigious institution is a treasure trove of artifacts and relics that span the rich tapestry of Syrian history, from...
1.2 miNE
Mosque
Tekkiye Mosque, Damascus
30 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Damascus, Syria, the Tekkiye Mosque stands as a splendid example of Ottoman architecture and a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. Constructed in the 16th century under the patronage of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, this...
1.4 miNE
Square
Marjeh Square, Damascus
37 min walk • Marjeh Square, also known as Martyrs' Square, is a significant landmark situated in the heart of Damascus, Syria. This bustling square is not just a central point in the city's urban grid but also a place steeped in history and cultural importance.
1.3 miNE
Cinema
Cinema City, Damascus
34 min walk • Cinema City stands as a beacon of modern entertainment in the heart of Damascus, Syria. This multiplex cinema, nestled within the bustling streets of the ancient city, offers a contemporary escape into the world of film.
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Concerts and shows, Theater
Damascus Opera House, Damascus
25 min walk • The Damascus Opera House, also known as the Syrian Opera House, stands as a cultural beacon in the ancient city of Damascus, Syria. Inaugurated in 2004, this modern edifice has quickly become a symbol of the city's enduring love for the arts amidst a landscape steeped...
1.4 miNE
Mosque
Darwish Pasha Mosque, Damascus
36 min walk • Nestled within the ancient streets of Damascus, Syria, stands the historic Darwish Pasha Mosque, a testament to the city's rich Islamic heritage and architectural prowess. This serene place of worship, also known as Darwish Pasha Madrasah, was built in 1574 under the...
1.1 miN
Square
Umayyad Square, Damascus
28 min walk • Umayyad Square is a large and important square in Damascus, Syria. It connects the city center with several important highways and areas and contains various important buildings including but not limited to the Ministry of Defense, Syria's national Opera house and the headquarters of the Syrian Armed Forces.
1.5 miNE
Square
Yusuf al-Azma Square, Damascus
39 min walk • Yusuf al-Azma Square, also called al-Muhafaza Square, is an important square in central Damascus, Syria. Named after the late minister of war Yusuf al-Azma where his statue stands in the middle of the square.
1.1 miN
Library
Al-Assad National Library, Damascus
30 min walk • Al-Assad National Library is the national library of Syria, located in the capital Damascus overlooking the Umayyad Square. It's named after Hafez al-Assad. In 1976, Syria's Ministry of Culture issued an official decision to build a national library.
1.3 miE
Mosque
Murad Pasha Mosque, Damascus
33 min walk • The Murad Pasha Mosque is an early Ottoman-era mosque and mausoleum in Damascus, Syria, located in the Suwayqa sector of the Al-Midan quarter. The mosque was erected and named after Murad Pasha, who served as the Ottoman governor of Damascus between 1568-1569. The mosque was built in 1568.
1.4 miNE
View point
Bab al-Jabiyah, Damascus
36 min walk • Bab al-Jabiya is one of the seven ancient city-gates of Damascus, Syria. During the Roman era, the gate was dedicated to Mars. Bab al-Jabiya was the main entrance on the city's west side.