Damascus – Beit al-Sebaai دمشق – بيت السباعي

Beit al-Sebaai (بيت السباعي) is one of several charming houses in the old city of Damascus (دمشق) built during the Ottoman period (1769-1774). It is now publicly owned and maintained by the Syrian government, frequently used as an art exhibition space and entertainment venue, and occasionally a location for television shows that are set in the Ottoman and French Mandate periods. While relatively small compared to other historic residences in the area, it is still worth a visit. It is usually open to the public, though hours are sporadic.

 

Getting There: Beit al-Sebaai (بيت السباعي) is located less than one hundred meters south of Khan Assad Basha (خان اسعد باشا) in the central area of the old city of Damascus (دمشق).

Coordinates: 33°30’29.00″N / 36°18’25.00″E

Transliteration Variants: Beit al-Sebaee, Beit al-Sebaie, Beit al-Sebai, Beit al-Sebei, Beit al-Sabaai, Beit al-Sabaee, Beit al-Sabaie, Beit al-Sabai, Beit al-Sabei, Beit al-Sibaai, Beit al-Sibaee, Beit al-Sibaie, Beit al-Sibai, Beit al-Sibei

Rating: 2.5 / 10