Al-Rukniyah Madrasa, 13th-century mausoleum in Damascus, Syria.
The structure contains traditional Islamic architectural elements, including prayer halls, study areas, and a central courtyard with a mausoleum dome.
The madrasa was founded in 1224 by Rukn al-Din Mankurs al-Falaki during a period of significant Islamic educational development in Damascus.
The building functions as both an educational center for Islamic studies and a mausoleum, reflecting the dual purpose of many religious structures.
Visitors can access the madrasa in the Al-Akrad neighborhood of the Al-Salihiyah quarter, near Al-Adiliyah and Nur al-Din madrasas.
The structure maintains its original educational purpose while housing a mausoleum, demonstrating the connection between learning and remembrance in Islamic tradition.
Location: Damascus
Inception: 1224
GPS coordinates: 33.53458,36.29417
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:19
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