Walking distance from Umayyad Mosque to Sulaymaniyya Takiyya
Ancient City of Damascus, SY
Distance
2.05 km
1.27 mi
Walking time
27 min
at a regular pace
Travel time by mode
🚶Walking27 minrecommended
🚴Cycling8 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving3 mindepending on traffic
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Walking the route
- Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Umayyad Mosque or Sulaymaniyya Takiyya.
- The route runs through Ancient City of Damascus streets - wear comfortable shoes.
- Standing in front of the Umayyad Mosque, you’re enveloped by the scent of incense wafting through the air, mingling with the fresh bread from a nearby bakery. The intricate patterns of the mosque glimmer in the sunlight,
Other walking distances in Ancient City of Damascus
Umayyad Mosque → National Museum in Damascus2.10 km · 28 minUmayyad Mosque → Mausoleum of Saladin381 m · 5 minUmayyad Mosque → Mariamite Cathedral of Damascus676 m · 9 minSulaymaniyya Takiyya → Mausoleum of Saladin1.89 km · 25 minSulaymaniyya Takiyya → Mariamite Cathedral of Damascus2.63 km · 35 minNational Museum in Damascus → Mausoleum of Saladin1.94 km · 26 min
FAQ
How far is Umayyad Mosque from Sulaymaniyya Takiyya?
2.05 km (1.27 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Ancient City of Damascus.
How long does it take to walk?
About 27 min at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Umayyad Mosque and Sulaymaniyya Takiyya?
Yes - the 2.05 km route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.