Qāytbāy's Foundation in Medina, the Madrasah, the Ribāt and the Dashīshah

Key Points

• To explore the historical foundations established by Qāytbāy in Medina, focusing on their educational and cultural roles.
• Analytical review of primary and secondary sources about Qāytbāy's foundation in Medina.
• Comparison of related institutions, including madrasahs and ribāts, in a historical context.
• Identified key features of Qāytbāy's foundation, including the madrasah and ribāt as centers of learning and culture.
• Examined the impact of Qāytbāy's foundations on the social fabric of Medina.