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Tomb of Sheikh Abu Bakr al-Wafa'i

Who rests here

Saints · died 991 AH · Halep

Sheikh Abu Bakr al-Wafa'i (1503-1583) was a majdhub saint, one of the most important holy men of Ottoman Aleppo. Known for his unconventional life and miracle traditions, his tomb on the hill north of the city became a center of Aleppo's spiritual life.

Full biography of Sheikh Abu Bakr al-Wafa'i →(the text above is quoted from the person's record)

How to get there

Located in: Halep

Coordinates: 36.21434, 37.16819

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Permanent ID: EA-Y-000454 · this address reaches the same record even if its name changes; use it when citing.