Our Lady of Soufanieh, Damascus

Name: Our Lady of Soufanieh
Address: Damascus, Syria

#38 among attractions in Damascus

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Our Lady of Soufanieh refers to Marian apparitions reported to have occurred in Soufanieh, a suburb of Damascus in Syria starting in 1982. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 33°30'57"N, 36°19'4"E

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Our Lady of Soufanieh – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Umayyad Mosque, Azm Palace, Maktab Anbar, Mausoleum of Saladin.

0.7 miSW
Landmark ancient mosque and burial site
Umayyad Mosque, Damascus
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Palace
Azm Palace, Damascus
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0.6 miSW
Museum
Maktab Anbar, Damascus
16 min walk • Maktab Anbar is an exquisite testament to the rich cultural history nestled in the heart of Damascus, Syria. This 19th-century Ottoman-era palace has been transformed into a museum that captures the essence of Syrian heritage and architecture.
0.7 miW
Ancient burial site of a medieval ruler
Mausoleum of Saladin, Damascus
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Syriac Catholic Cathedral of Saint Paul, Damascus
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Saint Anania's House, Damascus
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Mariamite Cathedral of Damascus, Damascus
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Cathedral of the Dormition of Our Lady, Damascus
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0.7 miS
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St Paul, Damascus
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~1870 ftSW
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Cathedral of Saint George, Damascus
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Mosque
Aqsab Mosque, Damascus
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Our Lady of Soufanieh?

Nearby attractions include Jobar, Damascus (3 min walk), Bab Tuma, Damascus (6 min walk), Armenian Catholic Patriarchal Exarchate of Damascus, Damascus (8 min walk), Saint Anania's House, Damascus (8 min walk).

How to get to Our Lady of Soufanieh by public transport?

The nearest stations to Our Lady of Soufanieh:

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Saydnaya and tall bus station (7 min walk)
كراج العباسيين (28 min walk)