Al-Rukniyah Madrasa, Damascus

Name: Al-Rukniyah Madrasa
Address: Damascus, Syria

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Al-Rukniyah Madrasa is a 13th-century madrasah located in Damascus, Syria. ()

Local name: المدرسة الركنيةCoordinates: 33°32'5"N, 36°17'39"E

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Al-Rukniyah Madrasa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sabaa Bahrat Square, Aqsab Mosque, Hanabila Mosque, Mount Qasioun.

1 miS
Square
Sabaa Bahrat Square, Damascus
25 min walk • Sabaa Bahrat Square is a historic and iconic public square situated in the heart of Damascus, Syria's capital city. Known for its cultural and political significance, the square has been a focal point of the city's urban landscape for decades.
1.5 miSE
Mosque
Aqsab Mosque, Damascus
39 min walk • Nestled within the ancient city of Damascus, the Aqsab Mosque stands as a testament to the city's rich Islamic heritage. Known for its architectural beauty and historical significance, this mosque is a cherished landmark in the Syrian capital.
~1890 ftSW
Mosque
Hanabila Mosque, Damascus
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Damascus, the Hanabila Mosque stands as an emblem of the city's rich historical tapestry and religious heritage. This mosque, though not as grandiose as some of its contemporaries, holds a special place in the hearts of the local community...
0.9 miNW
Mountain peak known for its city views
Mount Qasioun, Damascus
23 min walk • Mount Qasioun looms over the ancient city of Damascus, Syria, as a sentinel that has witnessed the ebb and flow of civilizations. This mountain is not just a geographical landmark but a historical and cultural beacon that has been part of Damascus's skyline for...
0.8 miSE
Mosque
Iman, Damascus
22 min walk • The Al-Iman Mosque is an important mosque in Damascus, the capital of Syria.
~1440 ftS
Neighbourhood
Rukneddine, Damascus
7 min walk • Rukneddine or Rukn al-Din is a district of Damascus, Syria. In the 2004 census, it had a population of 92,646. It is the historic Kurdish quarter of the city.
1.1 miSW
Square
Rawda Square, Damascus
30 min walk • Al-Rawda Square is a square in north-west Damascus. The square is the location of the National Security Building, where the Defence Minister as well as President Bashar al-Assad’s brother-in-law were assassinated On July 18, 2012 during the Syrian civil war.
1.1 miSE
Street
Baghdad Street, Damascus
29 min walk • Baghdad Street is a main street in central Damascus, Syria. Located to the north of the old city, the street starts at Sabaa Bahrat Square and ends at Tahrir Square.
0.5 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Al-Fayhaa Stadium, Damascus
13 min walk • Al-Fayhaa Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Damascus, Syria, currently used mostly for football matches and serves as the home venue of the Syria national football team football team. The stadium was able to hold up to 15,000 spectators. However, in April 2020, it was converted into an all-seater stadium with a capacity of 12,000 seats.
1.1 miS
Neighbourhood
Al-Salihiyah, Damascus
27 min walk • Al-Salihiyah is a municipality and neighborhood of Damascus, Syria. It lies to the northwest of the old walled city of Damascus and about 2.4 kilometres southeast of the Citadel, at the foot of Mount Qasioun.
1.5 miSE
Neighbourhood
Masjid Aqsab, Damascus
39 min walk • Masjid Aqsab, also called Masjid al-Qasab, is a neighborhood and district of the Sarouja municipality of Damascus, Syria. It had a population of 14,148 in the 2004 census.

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Which popular attractions are close to Al-Rukniyah Madrasa?

Nearby attractions include Rukneddine, Damascus (7 min walk), Abu Jarash, Damascus (8 min walk), Hanabila Mosque, Damascus (10 min walk), Iman, Damascus (22 min walk).

How to get to Al-Rukniyah Madrasa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Al-Rukniyah Madrasa:

Bus

ميدان شيخ محي الدين (11 min walk)