Qadam, Damascus

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Qadam is a municipality and a neighborhood in the southern part of Damascus, Syria, due west of Yarmouk Camp. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 33°28'0"N, 36°16'60"E

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Qadam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sinan Pasha Mosque, Bab al-Saghir, Bab al-Saghir Cemetery, Murad Pasha Mosque.

3 miN
Mosque
Sinan Pasha Mosque, Damascus
78 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Damascus, the Sinan Pasha Mosque stands as a testament to the city's rich Islamic heritage. This historic mosque, often overshadowed by the more renowned Umayyad Mosque, is nonetheless an architectural gem in its own right.
3.1 miNE
Cemetery
Bab al-Saghir, Damascus
78 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Damascus, Syria, Bab al-Saghir stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This ancient cemetery, whose name translates to "Small Gate," is one of the oldest Islamic burial grounds in existence, dating back to the early days of...
3 miNE
Cemetery
Bab al-Saghir Cemetery, Damascus
78 min walk • The Bab al-Saghir Cemetery, resting in the heart of Damascus, Syria, is a site of great historical and spiritual significance. This ancient cemetery is one of the oldest Islamic burial grounds in the world, dating back over a thousand years, and it serves as the final...
2.8 miN
Mosque
Murad Pasha Mosque, Damascus
71 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.
3 miNW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Al-Jalaa Stadium, Damascus
76 min walk • Al-Jalaa Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Damascus, Syria, currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium was able to hold up to 15,000 spectators. However, in 2020, the stadium was converted into an all-seater stadium with a capacity of 10,000 seats.
3 miN
View point
Bab al-Jabiyah, Damascus
78 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.
3 miN
Universities and schools
Damascus University, Damascus
76 min walk • The University of Damascus is the largest and oldest university in Syria, located in the capital Damascus and has campuses in other Syrian cities. It was founded in 1923 through the merger of the School of Medicine and the Institute of Law.
1.2 miNE
Neighbourhood
Yarmouk Camp, Damascus
32 min walk • Yarmouk Camp is a 2.11-square-kilometer district of the city of Damascus, populated by Palestinians, with hospitals and schools. It is located 8 kilometers from the center of Damascus and within municipal boundaries. Yarmouk is an "unofficial" refugee camp.
1.2 miN
Neighbourhood
Al-Midan, Damascus
30 min walk • Al-Midan is a neighbourhood and municipality in Damascus, Syria, just south of the old walled city and very near the modern city centre. In the 2004 census, it had a population of 177,456. Its streets and alleys are full of heritage and history due to the age of the neighbourhood.
2.9 miNW
Neighbourhood
Mezzeh, Damascus
74 min walk • Mezzeh is a municipality in Damascus, Syria, due west of Kafr Sousa. It lies to the southwest of central Damascus, along the Mezzeh highway.
2.7 miN
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Tishreen Stadium, Damascus
69 min walk • Tishreen Stadium is a multi-use all-seater stadium in Damascus, Syria, currently used mostly for football matches and serves as the home venue of the al-Shorta SC. The capacity of the stadium is 12,000 seats.

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Damascus Kadam (21 min walk)