Caravanserai Collection

Caravanserai in Tunisia
Travelers gather at a caravanserai in Tunisia

The Desert Route - Caravanserai, near El Arish, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Desert Route - Caravanserai, near El Arish, 1857. Middle Eastern scene. At the caravanserai gate hangs a large lantern, throwing a meagre light on the objects around

The old caravanserai of Saruhan on the Silk Road. Cappadocia, Turkey, Asia

Palestine, West Bank, Jericho. Maqam (shrine) of an-Nabi Musa, believed to be the tomb of the prophet Moses in Muslim tradition

Sardoba historic water cistern and reservoir, near Rabat I Malik, Navoi Province
Uzbekistan, Navoi Province, Sardoba historic water cistern and reservoir, near Rabat I Malik

Caravanserai by Gur-e Amir in Samarkand. Artist: Roubaud, Franz (1856-1928)
Caravanserai by Gur-e Amir in Samarkand. From a private collection

Turkey, Eastern Turkey, Mardin, Post Office, a former 17th century caravanserai, Carvings round doorway

A restaurant in an old caravanserai. SAoleymaniye Camii, Istanbul, Turkey

Orbelians Caravanserai, built in 1332, on the Vardenyats Pass (Selim Pass), Vayots Dzor Province, Armenia

Ottoman Empire era. Caravanserai in Burgas
Ottoman Empire period. Caravanserai in Burgas (today territory of Bulgaria). Couryard of the Caravanserai, resting place for travelers. Engraving by Lemaitre, Vormser and Cholet

Turkey. Caravanserai of Kuchuk Chemetche
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Caravanserai of Kuchuk Chemetche. Engraving by Lemaitre, Vormser and Lepetit. Historia de Turquia by Joseph Marie Jouannin (1783-1844) and Jules Van Gaver, 1840

The Qasr al-Nil Bridge at Cairo, 1881 (oil on canvas)
471252 The Qasr al-Nil Bridge at Cairo, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Wauters, Emile Charles (1846-1933); 102x240 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Khan al-Hatruri, Inn of the Good Samaritan, now West Bank
Vintage 19th century photograph: Khan al-Hatruri (Arabic: ϫϺ┘å Ϻ┘äϡϬÏ▒┘êÏ▒Ï®ÔÇÄ), known in Western terms as the Inn of the Good Samaritan

Exterior view of the Kasbah of Thamiel glaoui (photo)
GDG287839 Exterior view of the Kasbah of Thamiel glaoui (photo) by Moroccan School; Kasbah of El Glaoui, Telouet, Morocco; (add.info.: residence of the pasha of Marrakech)

Illustrations of the Emperor Napoleon IIIs Visit to Algeria (engraving)
1610394 Illustrations of the Emperor Napoleon IIIs Visit to Algeria (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Caravanserai, or Eastern Inn (engraving)
2781909 Caravanserai, or Eastern Inn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caravanserai, or Eastern Inn)

A caravanserai in Tunisia (chromolitho)
2782535 A caravanserai in Tunisia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A caravanserai in Tunisia)

Hajj caravan from Cairo to Mecca, from Description de l Afrique by O
TRV228851 Hajj caravan from Cairo to Mecca, from Description de l Afrique by O. Dapper, 1686 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Flemish School, (17th century); Private Collection; eTravellers Club; Flemish

Historical views of Asia Minor
6337926 Historical views of Asia Minor by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Historical views of Asia Minor. Temple of Diana at Ephesus 4)

The Insurrection in the Herzegovina (engraving)
1621309 The Insurrection in the Herzegovina (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Insurrection in the Herzegovina)

Sketches in Algiers (engraving)
2771726 Sketches in Algiers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Algiers)

Echsmiazin, known as the Three Churches, from Voyages du Chevalier Chardin en Perse
STC173822 Echsmiazin, known as the Three Churches, from Voyages du Chevalier Chardin en Perse, et en autres Lieux d Orient, by Jean Chardin (1643-1713), published 1811 (engraving) by French School

A Caravanserai at Kashgar (engraving)
1589434 A Caravanserai at Kashgar (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Caravanserai at Kashgar)

The Crisis in Persia, Typical Scenes (engraving)
1042168 The Crisis in Persia, Typical Scenes (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in Persia, Typical Scenes)

Syout, Caravanserail en Ruines, 1851-52, printed 1853-54

Korosko, Sycomores et Campement d une Caravane pour le Sennar, 1851-52, printed 1853-54

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China, Yunnan Province, Yunnanyi, Rooftop of the Yunnan Horse Caravan Cultural Museum

Ruins of Shafiabad caravanserai, Kerman Province, Iran, Middle East

Midday in a caravanserai, 1835. Creator: Briullov, Karl Pavlovich (1799-1852)
Midday in a caravanserai, 1835. Found in the Collection of State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

NWFP - Caravan on its way to Peshawar from Afghanistan
NWFP (North West Frontier Province) - Caravan on its way to Peshawar from Afghanistan in the caravanserai at Landi Kotal. Date: circa 1920s

Shah Abbasi Caravanserai dome detail, Meybod, Iran
The Shah Abbasi Caravanserai in Meybod is a Safavid era (1501-1722) structure with a square plan. The caravanserai has a total of 100 rooms, 24 of which are built around a central courtyard

Fondouk, Chefchaouen, Morocco. Chefchaouen is a town in the north of Morocco. A fondouk was a type of inn, or caravanserai, for travelling merchants close to the souk (market)

Syria. Damascus. Khan As ad Pasha, old caravanserai built 1751. Ottoman style. Interior. Near East. Photo before Syrian civil war

Old caravanserai at Nablus, Palestine, West Bank, where travellers could rest on long journeys. Date: 1920s

Caravanserai In El Kantara, Biskra Province, Algeria, North Africa In The Mid 19Th Century. From L univers Illustre Published 1866

A Caravanserai In Tashkent, Uzbekistan In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1878

Syria. Aleppo. Khan Al Nahasin caravanserai of Khan Al Nahasin. Photo before the Syrian civil war

Landi Kotal - Caravanserai
Landi Kotal, Afghanistan, North West Frontier Province - Caravanserai Date: circa 1920

Iran, Miyan Dasht caravanserai, Semnan Province. The entrance gate, - this is a large and impressive example of a Saravid period caravanserai

Turkey. Aksaray Province. Sultanhan caravanserai. Built at 13th century. Seljuq style. Portal

Islamic Art. Turkey. Anatolia. Sultanhani Carvanserai. Built
Islamic Art. Turkey. Anatolia. Selyucids period. Sultanhani Carvanserai. Built from 1226 to 1229. The Caravanserai are building for protecting from thieves

Camel Caravan close to Valley of Tombs, Palmyra, Syria
Camel Caravan close to Palmyra, Homs Governate, Syria. Dating back to the Neolithic, Palmyra was first attested in the early second millennium BC as a caravan stop for travellers crossing the Syrian

Palace Minos Partridge
Interior of the Palace: The partridge fresco, sections 1 and 2, from the pavilion of caravanserai

Old arcaded inn, Acre, Galilee, Northern Israel
Khan al Umdan (Caravanserai of the Pillars, Inn of the Columns, Khan-i-Avamid), an old arcaded roadside inn at Acre, Galilee, Northern Israel, built in the Ottoman era. Date: 1920s

Illustration of monumental pishtaq (gate) to Sultanhano caravanserai, Aksaray, Turkey

Ruined caravanserai on old Silk Route, near Natanz, Iran, Middle East

Caravanserai at Mylasa in Asia Minor Caravanserai at Mylasa, Turkey signed and dated 1845, Richard Dadd, 1817-1886, British

Asia, Turkey, Cappadocia. Caravanserais (Kervansarays) have been used since the 10th century. The old Sarihan Caravanserai, built in 1249 and totally restored

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Enchanting Caravanserais" Step into the enchanting world of caravanserais, where history and culture intertwine to create captivating tales. From Syria's bustling Damascus to Tunisia's hidden gems, these ancient structures have stood as witnesses to centuries of trade and travel. One such marvel is the Khan As ad Pasha in Damascus, a magnificent old caravanserai built in the 17th century. Its grandeur once welcomed weary travelers along their arduous journeys, providing them with shelter and respite. Venturing further eastward, we find ourselves in Ottoman-era Burgas, where another splendid caravanserai awaits exploration. Immerse yourself in its architectural splendor as you imagine merchants from distant lands exchanging goods and stories within its walls. Turkey boasts several remarkable caravanserais that transport us back in time. The Caravanserai of Kuchuk Chemetche stands proudly amidst picturesque landscapes, whispering tales of Silk Road adventures. Meanwhile, Cappadocia unveils the old caravanserai of Saruhan on the Silk Road—a testament to Turkey's pivotal role as a crossroads between Asia and Europe. In Palestine's West Bank lies Jericho's Maqam (shrine) of an-Nabi Musa—an awe-inspiring site believed to be linked to biblical figures. Here, pilgrims pay homage while soaking up the spiritual ambiance surrounding this sacred caravanserai. Traveling across continents brings us to Sardoba historic water cistern near Rabat I Malik in Navoi Province—a true oasis for weary wanderers seeking solace amidst desert sands. This impressive reservoir served not only as a vital water source but also as a meeting point for diverse cultures traversing Central Asia. Samarkand beckons with yet another gem—the Caravanserai by Gur-e Amir.