قبر ابن عساكر

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About Grave of Ibn Asakir

The Grave of Ibn Asakir in Damascus commemorates the celebrated 12th-century scholar and historian, Ali ibn al-Hasan Ibn Asakir. He is best known for his monumental "History of Damascus" (Tarikh Dimashq), a vast biographical chronicle of the city and its people. This grave honors his enduring contributions to Islamic scholarship and the historical documentation of Damascus.

Key facts

Name

Grave of Ibn Asakir

Type

General

City

Damascus

Country

Syria

Address

G823+G98, Damascus, Syria

Coordinates

33.5014828, 36.3034314

Last updated

2026-10-18