Madrasa of El Tawfikia, Islamic educational institution in Medina of Tunis, Tunisia
The Madrasa of El Tawfikia features architectural elements characteristic of traditional Tunisian design within the historic Medina quarter of Tunis.
Established in 1253 by Princess Atf during the Hafsid period, the madrasa taught both Almohad and Malikite doctrines to generations of students.
Students from Al-Zaytuna University gathered at this institution to study Islamic sciences and participate in intellectual exchanges throughout centuries.
Located near Al Haoua Mosque at coordinates 36.7925° N, 10.165081° E, the madrasa transformed into the superior institute of Islamic civilization in 1995.
The madrasa became a center of political activism when students organized meetings there in 1928 to prepare for a significant strike.
Location: Tunis
Part of: Medina of Tunis, madrasas of Tunis
GPS coordinates: 36.79250,10.16508
Latest update: March 7, 2025 20:45
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