Khan as-Saboun

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Khan as-Saboun, meaning 'Soap Khan,' was built in the 16th century and began life as an army barracks. Abandoned for many years, it was later reincarnated as a market where local farmers sold their olives and olive-based products - soap in particular - from the small shops surrounding the courtyard.

By the 18th century, when Tripoli's soap industry took off, the khan became famous for its high quality soaps and formed the centre of the soap industry. In recent years, the khan has been brought back to life by the Hassoun family.