Al Ayyūbīyah
District of
Damascus Governorate - Syria

Barada

The Barada is the main river of Damascus, the capital city of Syria. It flows through the spring of ‘Ayn Fījah (عين فيجة), about 27 km north west of Damascus in the Anti-Lebanon Mountains, but its source is Lake Barada, located at about 8 km from Zabadani. The Barada descends through a steep, narrow gorge named "Rabwe" before it arrives at Damascus, where it divides into seven branches that irrigate the oasis of Ghouta (الغوطة). The 'Barada' name is thought to derive from 'barid', i.e. 'cold'.

Located at 33.5135, 36.305 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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Rivers of Syria, Geography of Damascus, Hebrew Bible rivers

Abbasiyyin Stadium

Abbasiyyin Stadium in Damascus is an all-seater stadium in Syria. It is currently used mostly for football matches and serves as the home venue of the Syrian national team. It is also home to Syrian Premier League clubs Al-Wahda, Al-Jaish and Al-Majd. The stadium which was built in 1976 is able to hold up to 30,000 spectators, being the 4th largest stadium in Syria.

Located at 33.5228, 36.3202 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.303 miles away.
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Football venues in Syria, Buildings and structures in Damascus, National stadiums, Buildings and structures completed in 1976, Event venues established in 1976, 1976 establishments in Syria

Amman International Stadium

The Amman International Stadium is a stadium in Amman, Jordan. It is the largest stadium in Jordan, with a supposed capacity of 25,000. The stadium hosted the 2007 Asian Championships in Athletics. {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:31|59|6.37|N|35|54|10.25|E|type:landmark |primary |name= }}

Located at 33.5228, 36.3202 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.303 miles away.
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Football venues in Jordan, National stadiums, Buildings and structures in Amman, Sports venues completed in 1980, 1980 establishments in Jordan

Abu Nur

Abu Nur is the name of a district (neighborhood) in Damascus. Originally named after an officer under the command of Saladin, it is the birthplace of renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmed Kuftaro, who was buried there in 2004.

Located at 33.5308, 36.2928 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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Neighborhoods of Damascus

International Confederation of Arab Trade Unions

The International Confederation of Arab Trade Unions is the international representation of trade unions in a number of Arab nations. Founded in 1956, the ICATU was originally located in Egypt, but was moved to Syria in 1978 to protest Anwar Sadat's visit to Israel.

Located at 33.5187, 36.3117 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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International Confederation of Arab Trade Unions, Economy of the Arab League, Arab League

King Abdullah Stadium

King Abdullah Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Amman, Jordan. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium holds 20,000 people.

Located at 33.5228, 36.3202 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.303 miles away.
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Football venues in Jordan, Buildings and structures in Amman, Multi-purpose stadiums in Jordan, 1999 establishments in Jordan

Commercial Bank of Syria

The Commercial Bank of Syria is the largest commercial bank in Syria with its headquarters located in Damascus. The bank offers commercial banking services including long-term loans in Syrian pounds; armored car service; and collections services. The bank has dozens of branches and ATM's throughout Syria.

Located at 33.5161, 36.2944 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Banks of Syria, Banks established in 1967, Government-owned companies of Syria, Companies based in Damascus

Central Bank of Syria

The Central Bank of Syria is the central bank of Syria. The bank is located in Damascus with branches in major cities. The US, Canada, EU, Arab League and Turkey all imposed Sanctions on the central bank because of Syrian civil war. In the case of the US sanctions had already been in place against the Central Bank of Syria as a result of Section 311 of the Patriot Act, which accused the Bank of money laundering.

Located at 33.5211, 36.2961 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Economy of Syria, Central banks, Banks of Syria, Buildings and structures in Damascus, Banks established in 1953

Sarouja

Sarouja is a subdivision of Damascus, Syria.

Located at 33.5154, 36.2986 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Neighborhoods of Damascus

Al-Fayhaa Stadium

Al-Fayhaa Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Damascus, Syria. It has a capacity of 12,000 people, and it is home to the Barada SC football team.

Located at 33.5284, 36.2983 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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Football venues in Syria, Buildings and structures in Damascus

Bab al-Faraj (Damascus)

Bab al-Faraj also known as Bab al-Bawabijiyah and Bab al-Manakhiliyah is one of the gates of the old city of Damascus in Syria. The gate was built as part of a large program to re-fortify the city following its capture by Nur ad-Din Zangi in 1154. The twin gate crosses a bridge over a section of the Barada river that runs along the northern city walls of Damascus. The gate is notable for being the only surviving gate in the city that was built completely after the Muslim conquest of Damascus.

Located at 33.5133, 36.3036 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Gates of Damascus, Ayyubid architecture

Bab al-Faradis

Bab al-Faradis or Bab al-Amara is one of the eight ancient city-gates of Damascus, Syria. One of the city's northern gates, it was named "the paradise gate" in the Roman age because it was surrounded by numerous water sources and gardens. The other name, Bab Al-Amara, refers to a name of a famous district in the old city where people used to meet in the 14th century.

Located at 33.5137, 36.3067 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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Gates of Damascus

Prince Mohammed Stadium

The Prince Mohammed Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Zarqa, Jordan. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium holds 15,000 people.

Located at 33.5228, 36.3202 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.303 miles away.
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Football venues in Jordan

Embassy of Russia in Damascus

The Embassy of Russia in Damascus is the diplomatic mission of the Russian Federation to the Syrian Arab Republic. The chancery is located in Omar Ben Al-Khattab Street in Adawi, Damascus.

Located at 33.5258, 36.3003 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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Russia–Syria relations, Diplomatic missions in Damascus, Diplomatic missions of Russia, Soviet Union–Syria relations

Sabaa Bahrat Square (Damascus)

Sabaa Bahrat Square is a large and important square in Damascus, Syria. Many important official buildings and ministries are located in the area including the Central Bank of Syria. Many important streets branch from there including Baghdad Street. It was first erected by French mandate authorities in 1925 in memory of a French captain called Decarpentry. The square had a small dome with seven fountains, and was called "Captain Decarpentry Square.

Located at 33.5206, 36.296 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Buildings and structures completed in 1925, Squares in Damascus

Aqsab Mosque

The Aqsab Mosque is an Ayyubid-era mosque in Damascus, Syria, located in the vicinity of Bab al-Salam, on Suq Sarouja.

Located at 33.518, 36.3112 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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1230s architecture, Arabic architecture, Mosques in Damascus, Buildings and structures inside the walled city of Damascus, 1234 establishments in Syria

Al-Rukniyah Madrasa

Al-Rukniyah Madrasa is a madrasah located in the al-Salihiyah quarter to the north of the walled city of Damascus, Syria. It was built in 1224 by Amir Rukn al-Din Mankurs al-Falaki, Ayyubid Governor of Damascus. The complex is built of stone and houses a madrasa, a prayer hall and the patron's tomb.

Located at 33.5346, 36.2942 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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Mausoleums in Syria, 1220s architecture, Ayyubid architecture, Buildings and structures inside the walled city of Damascus, Madrasas in Damascus, 1224 establishments in Syria

Al-Salihiyah

Al-Salihiyah is a neighborhood of Damascus, Syria. It lies to the north and northwest of the old walled city of Damascus about 2.4 kilometres from the Citadel at the foot of Mount Qasioun. The quarter is famous for its cemetery of holy men. It houses the Syrian Parliament building. It has also has the Hanabila Mosque.

Located at 33.5194, 36.2922 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Neighborhoods of Damascus

Baghdad Street (Damascus)

Baghdad Street is a main street in central Damascus, Syria. Located to the north of the old city, the street starts at Sabaa Bahrat Square and ends at Tahrir Square.

Located at 33.5197, 36.3025 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.302 miles away.
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Streets in Damascus

Yusuf al-Azma Square

Yusuf al-Azma Square, also called al-Muhafaza Square, is an important square in central Damascus, Syria. Named after the late minister of defense Yusuf al-Azma where his statue stands in the middle of the square. The municipality of Damascus is located on the square, along with other official and commercial buildings, including Cham Palace Hotel.

Located at 33.5163, 36.2951 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Squares in Damascus

Blue Tower Hotel

Blue Tower Hotel is a four-star hotel located on Hamra Street, Damascus, Syria. It has 59 rooms and one restaurant, one café and one bar. The hotel was opened in late 2007.

Located at 33.5203, 36.29 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Hotels in Damascus, 2007 establishments in Syria

Yalbugha Mosque

The Yalbugha Mosque is a Mamluk-era mosque in Damascus, Syria, situated along the Barada River and overlooking Marjeh Square. It was built by Mamluk princes in 1264 outside the city walls west of the citadel. The mosque was described as one of the most famous, influential and beautiful mosques in Damascus. It served as a resting point before the departure of the Hajj caravan from Damascus.

Located at 33.5134, 36.2981 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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1260s architecture, Buildings and structures demolished in 1975, Mosques in Damascus

18 July 2012 Damascus bombing

The 18 July 2012 Damascus bombing refers to the bombing of the National Security headquarters in Rawda Square, Damascus, killing and injuring a number of top military and security officials of Bashar al-Assad's government. Among the dead were the Syrian Defense Minister and Deputy Defense Minister, The incident occurred during the Syrian civil war, and is considered to be one of the most notorious events to affect the conflict.

Located at 33.5211, 36.2828 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Terrorist incidents in Syria in 2012, Assassinations, History of Damascus

Rawda Square

Al-Rawda Square is a square in north-west Damascus. The square is the location of the National Security Building, where the Defence Minister as well as President Bashar al-Assad’s brother-in-law were assassinated On July 18, 2012 during the Syrian civil war.

Located at 33.5211, 36.2828 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.301 miles away.
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Squares in Damascus

Barzeh, Syria

Barzeh is a neighborhood of Damascus, Syria. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics, Barzeh had a population of 47,339 in the 2004 census. The neighborhood has been active in the Syrian uprising.

Located at 33.5567, 36.3206 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3.304 miles away.
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Neighborhoods of Damascus