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Khan As'ad Pasha

Khan As'ad Pasha is the largest caravanserai in the Old City of Damascus, covering an area of 2,500 square metres (27,000 sq ft). Situated along Al-Buzuriyah Souq, it was built and named after As'ad Pasha al-Azm, the governor of Damascus, in 1751–52. Khan As'ad Pasha has been described as one of the finest khans of Damascus, and the most "ambitious" work of architecture in the city.

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dome Throughout the Ottoman era, it hosted caravans coming from Baghdad, Mosul, Aleppo, Beirut and elsewhere in the Middle East. Rooms were allowed for renting by notable merchants of the time. ==Architecture==
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The design of the khan included eight small domes and one large central opening reminiscent of Persian architecture, while the eight domes reflect Shia tradition. The covered courtyard features a high ceiling height which helped provide protection from the climate during the hot summer and cold winter seasons. ==Gallery==
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File:The Great Khan at Damascus - Carne John - 1836.jpg|The , 1836 File:Khan As'ad Pasha by Nabih Farkouh.JPG|A pendentive File:Khan Asad Pasha, Damascus.jpg|Interior courtyard File:Damascus, Syria, Khan As'ad Pasha Roof.jpg|Arches ==See also==
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