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Caravanserais

Scope note

Use for stations along caravan routes providing overnight accommodations and facilities for caravans and individuals and their animals; generally characterized by large central courtyards, a single entrance and, often, shops. For Islamic structures of similar function, but in urban contexts and having more mercantile facilities, use "khans."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30007148

Broader Terms used

<public accommodations>

Equivalent Terms used

caravanserai

Created

13yrs ago

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