Khans

Although originally constructed as army barracks, the Khan es-Saboun soon turned into a local market place. In the 18th century, it was famous for its high-quality soap industry. Nowadays, the local shop...

Still in use by tailors, the beautifully restored 14th-century Khan al-Khayyatin consists of a stretch of souqs and is one of the most impressive and traditional examples of Khan architecture in Tripoli....

Located north of Souq al-Haraj and consisting of two buildings connected by a small alleyway, the Khan al-Askar was built in the 14th century as a garrison for Mamluk soldiers. It was intensively restored...