Did you know that Tripoli is also well-known for its soap production? Yes, that is true. You might be wondering what makes the soap adored and preferred by many people all over the world. The soap is fragrant and hand-made. Apart from those facts, the soap has more stories to tell too.
We all love the sites to see and the craft in Tripoli, right? What makes it more interesting is the history of the soap production and the factory. You might think that “it’s just a simple factory. What makes it special?” Here is the story.
Di you know that the soap factory is previously used as a military refuge and barracks? Now, I got your attention. This barracks was created and intentionally positioned in the central part of the area to oversee people’s activities and to easily put off any uprising.
The barracks has walls that are tough. These walls withstood several disputes. In addition to the strong walls, it has cracks or holes for assailing enemies. This building was indeed a battle area that protected many.
For a moment, Fakhr-ed Din’s army used the barracks. After that, the barracks was left unused. The quarters or army camp was left empty. The residents of Tripoli realized that the space will be wasted if no one uses it. It will be better if they do something out of the abandoned barracks. I am sure that you will agree with this too.
The people of Tripoli prepared a petition to have the place cleaned and used by them. Right after that, the barracks turned into a soap khan that people all over the world know.
Day by day, bars and bars of soap are sold partly because of the history of the factory. Interesting, isn’t it? Visit Tripoli and see the beauty of the soap factory now.
Do you find the history unbelievable? Tripoli is indeed an out-of-the-ordinary place to go to. If you want more information about Tripoli and its sites, you can click here.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Tripoli – Soap Khan Backgrounder
One of the famous products from Tripoli is the soap. Did you know that people frequent Tripoli not only of its soap but also because of the soap khan’s colorful background? Did you know its story? You can find out more of it if you read the rest of this article.
Aside from the rich cultural legacy and the historical sites, this place boasts its soap industry and how it came to be.
the Khan Al-Saboun that we all know now is formerly a quarters used by military. It was strategically placed in the heart of the city to prevent or thwart any uprising. It stands tall with durable walls. In addition, it has cracks where soldiers can shoot their arrows or attacking enemies. It has benches where guards can sit down and await intruders.
The army of Fakhr-ed Din used the quarters for quite some time. After some time, they left the quarters. After that time, no one else occupied that place. The inhabitants of Tripoli found this to be such a waste. They thought, “Why let it rot when it can be used for something good?” Because of this thought, they came up with a proposition to resurrect the old place and turn it into the soap khan that we know now.
Since then, the soap factory houses he soap’s factory and storage areas. The world now knows this place to be selling fragrant bars of soap instead of its deadly and scary past. Actually, this is partly why this place is famous. Its background made it so interesting that many foreigners come and visit Tripoli.
What about you? What do you think of the soap khan’s history? Did you find it amusing or interesting? You might want to check it out for yourself and see what I am talking about. If you want more information about Tripoli and its sites, you can check out http://tripolivision.com.
Aside from the rich cultural legacy and the historical sites, this place boasts its soap industry and how it came to be.
the Khan Al-Saboun that we all know now is formerly a quarters used by military. It was strategically placed in the heart of the city to prevent or thwart any uprising. It stands tall with durable walls. In addition, it has cracks where soldiers can shoot their arrows or attacking enemies. It has benches where guards can sit down and await intruders.
The army of Fakhr-ed Din used the quarters for quite some time. After some time, they left the quarters. After that time, no one else occupied that place. The inhabitants of Tripoli found this to be such a waste. They thought, “Why let it rot when it can be used for something good?” Because of this thought, they came up with a proposition to resurrect the old place and turn it into the soap khan that we know now.
Since then, the soap factory houses he soap’s factory and storage areas. The world now knows this place to be selling fragrant bars of soap instead of its deadly and scary past. Actually, this is partly why this place is famous. Its background made it so interesting that many foreigners come and visit Tripoli.
What about you? What do you think of the soap khan’s history? Did you find it amusing or interesting? You might want to check it out for yourself and see what I am talking about. If you want more information about Tripoli and its sites, you can check out http://tripolivision.com.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Tripoli – History of Soap Khan
What do you think of Tripoli? Do you think it is a nice place to visit? It could be an interesting choice of destination for some. But for me, it is one territory you should go to to discover. There are many historical landmarks such as Mosques and factories. You can also see buildings with modern architecture that seem to go along with the history of the place. What about you? What do you think makes Tripoli an interesting and exciting destination?
Tripoli is frequented not only for its rich history and cultural heritage but also because of its known income-generating industry. I am talking about their soap-making industry. Did you know that it is probably one of their oldest and most successful industries? Interesting, right? But wait till you hear about the story of their factory.
The Khan Al-Saboun or the Soap Khan has a story worth hearing. Did you know that it was originally a military quarters? Fascinating isn’t it? now that I got your attention, let us further discuss about the former military quarters turned to soap khan. It was strategically built in the center of the city to prevent any civil disobedience from ever starting. It is complete with sturdy outer walls and holes for arrows for attacking and defending.
For quite some time, the fortress was occupied byt Fakhr-ed-Din’s army. However, this was just for a short time. Soon after, the army left the barracks. In the succeeding years, no one used this building in Tripoli. Concerned citizens in Tripoli took pity of the building. Majority thought that the building will go to waste if not used. So they sent in a petition to convert the barracks into a soap factory.
From then on up to present time, the soap factory functions as warehouse and factory for makers of soap. Don’t you think this is an interesting story? If so, you might want to visit the Soap Khan at Tripoli. See it for yourself! . If you need more information about this topic, you can go to Tripoli.
Tripoli is frequented not only for its rich history and cultural heritage but also because of its known income-generating industry. I am talking about their soap-making industry. Did you know that it is probably one of their oldest and most successful industries? Interesting, right? But wait till you hear about the story of their factory.
The Khan Al-Saboun or the Soap Khan has a story worth hearing. Did you know that it was originally a military quarters? Fascinating isn’t it? now that I got your attention, let us further discuss about the former military quarters turned to soap khan. It was strategically built in the center of the city to prevent any civil disobedience from ever starting. It is complete with sturdy outer walls and holes for arrows for attacking and defending.
For quite some time, the fortress was occupied byt Fakhr-ed-Din’s army. However, this was just for a short time. Soon after, the army left the barracks. In the succeeding years, no one used this building in Tripoli. Concerned citizens in Tripoli took pity of the building. Majority thought that the building will go to waste if not used. So they sent in a petition to convert the barracks into a soap factory.
From then on up to present time, the soap factory functions as warehouse and factory for makers of soap. Don’t you think this is an interesting story? If so, you might want to visit the Soap Khan at Tripoli. See it for yourself! . If you need more information about this topic, you can go to Tripoli.
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