Patron\u060cFounded in 1277 CE, Al-Zahiriyya Madrasa was established as a khanqah (Sufi lodge) combining religious education with commemoration of the Mamluk Sultan al-Zahir Baybars. The structure is distinguished by its deeply recessed portal adorned with muqarnas, and the use of ablaq masonry, which creates a striking visual rhythm across the fa\u00e7ade.<\/p>\n
Upon entering the courtyard, the mausoleum chamber comes into view, richly decorated with marble inlays covering the walls up to a height of three meters. The dome, pierced by five arched windows, allows for a dramatic infusion of light, enhancing the solemn atmosphere of the tomb.<\/p>\n
In 1919, the madrasa was repurposed into a public library, housing a vast collection of Syrian manuscripts. Today, it remains one of the most significant manuscript research centers in the region, serving scholars and historians alike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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