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Souk El Haddadine at the end of Bab Jedid
Metallic plaque of the Smiths Street
Souk El Haddadine or souk of the smiths is one of the souks of the medina of Tunis.
Location
It is located in the southern part of the medina, in the Smiths Street.[1]
History
The souk was founded during the Hafsid era between 1128 and 1535.
Products
It is specialized in producing metal products.
Monuments
The souk is located near Bab Jedid, one of the medina's famous gates. Also, Sidi Mahrez Khelloua Mosque, a classified monument is in this souk.[2]
Bab Jedid
Sidi Mahrez Khelloua Mosque
Entrance of the mosque
Facade of the mosque after restoration
Notes and references
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