Saint Assia al-Hakim Church

This church is one of Aleppo’s significant historical landmarks, reflecting the city’s rich and cultural diversity before recent events in Syria. The original structure was built in 1500 and then expanded in 1932 with a new stone facade and a bell tower. The Church houses the painted oil icon Our Lady of the Olives, crafted on Aleppine oak wood, which is transported in procession on the Holy Saturday. In 1915, the Church served as a refuge for orphans, and the adjacent school continues to teach Syriac to this day. In 2019, the stained glasses were restored using Izmir imported panels, preserving their vibrant colors and intricate designs.