Historic site
Mustansiriyya Madrasa
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Mustansiriyya Madrasa is a historic 13th-century Islamic college in Baghdad, recognized as one of the oldest universities in the world. Founded by the Abbasid Caliph Al-Mustansir, it features a large central courtyard surrounded by lecture halls, a library, and a mosque. The architecture showcases intricate brickwork and calligraphy. Visitors can explore the serene courtyard and imagine the scholarly life of medieval Baghdad.
Don't miss
- Admire the intricate brickwork and calligraphic inscriptions.
- Explore the large central courtyard with its arcades.
- Visit the restored prayer hall and library areas.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Mustansiriyya Madrasa
You can visit Mustansiriyya Madrasa on your own. A guide is worth it here for the history behind what you are seeing, and a tour can combine nearby sights into one day.
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