Darat al Funun
Founded in 1988, six historical buildings, with an archaeological site in the garden. Collection of art of the Arab world, international exhibitions, events, experimental projects, artist residencies, book publisher, etc.
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Probably called St. George, and built in the late 6th century, on or near a shrine to the Roman god Herakles. Abandoned in the 8th century, but used into the 20th century as a shrine to el-Khadr (a hero of a cycle of legends, who helps the needy and oppressed. In Christian tradition known as Mar Jiryis - St. George.)
Excavated and restored in 1993 by Pierre M Bikal, Director of the American Center of Oriental Research, under the sponsorship of the Abdul Hameed Shoman Foundation.
In the background, the Main Building.
© Photo: Haupt & Binder
Founded in 1988, six historical buildings, with an archaeological site in the garden. Collection of art of the Arab world, international exhibitions, events, experimental projects, artist residencies, book publisher, etc.