Centers of Knowledge & Education

Trace the rich legacy of learning in Baghdad by exploring the development of its iconic educational institutions—from the revered Al-Mustansiriya Madrasah to vibrant libraries, traditional schools, and informal gathering places of thought. This journey begins where many scholars once did, introducing students to the intellectual heart of Al-Mutanabbi Street and its deep-rooted scholarly traditions that helped shape Baghdad into a beacon of knowledge during the Islamic Golden Age and beyond.