Al-Hajar al-Aswad

About Al-Hajar al-Aswad

Al-Hajar al-Aswad is a densely populated urban district on the southern edge of Damascus, Syria, home to approximately 100,000 residents. It functions as one of the most populous suburbs of the Syrian capital, reflecting the rapid urban growth of the Greater Damascus area. The district has a notable concentration of mosques, including the Omar ibn al-Khattab mosque, the Al-Sayyida Khadija mosque, and the Al-Fath mosque. It offers visitors a candid look at everyday life in a working-class neighbourhood of the Damascus metropolitan area.

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Frequently asked questions about Al-Hajar al-Aswad

How many places are there in Al-Hajar al-Aswad?

On TravelType you can discover 63 places in Al-Hajar al-Aswad.

Which country is Al-Hajar al-Aswad in?

Al-Hajar al-Aswad is in Syria.

What kinds of places are there in Al-Hajar al-Aswad?

Mostly History, Architecture, and Nature.

What are popular places in Al-Hajar al-Aswad?

For example Qadam Station, Chalchala Airport, and Abo Jamal's garden.

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