This intricately carved niche belongs to the prayer hall of the 18th-century Madrasa Al-Bachia, founded in 1752 during the reign of Ali Pasha II. The niche, framed in black-and-white ablaq stonework, features a scalloped half-dome shell motif, symbolizing the heavens. Surrounding geometric patterns and decorative tiles reflect the refined artistry of Husainid-era craftsmanship in the Medina of Tunis. Madrasas such as Al-Bachia served both as centers of higher learning and places of devotion, embedding themselves deeply into the city’s intellectual and spiritual life. This 3D scan is part of the Tanit XR digital heritage archive, dedicated to preserving Tunisia’s cultural treasures and making them accessible worldwide. 📍 Medina of Tunis, Tunisia 📍 [North Atlantic Ocean](.
🤝 This scan exists because of volunteers, from scanning on site to cleanup and research. انضم إلينا ←
