A khanaqah is a type of building specifically designed for gatherings of a Sufi brotherhood or tariqa. These structures serve as centers for spiritual practice and religious education within the context of Sufism.
The term khanaqah is one of several regional names used to describe these lodges, which may also be referred to as zawiya, ribat, dargah, or takya depending on the specific language, period, and geographic location. In Shia Islam, a similar function is served by a building known as a Husayniyya.