Khan Murjan

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The Khan Murjan (ar: خان مرجان) originally designed as an inn for travelling merchants in Baghdad, and the dwelling place of many university scholars, this was built in the 14th century, and has a central hall more than 45 feet high. The crenellated arches of brick and perforated windows make this a fascinating piece of architecture.

The building was reputedly in a state of disrepair for over two centuries, with waist-high flood water from the Tigris standing in the famous hallway. By the mid-1980's, the building had been restored and was in use as a restaurant.