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Ruins in Hajin

Palmyra Ruins

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Palmyra is located near the present city of Tadmur in the heart of Syria, in the desert.It has one of the largest collections of R

Historical Monuments in Aleppo

Citadel / Castle of Aleppo

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Aleppo is a beautiful city. You can experience being in different neighborhoods with different cultures with just 2 hours walking.

Churches in Aleppo

Cathedral of St. Simeon Stylite

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The ruins of the Basilica of San Simeon are about forty kilometres from Aleppo. To get from there, the easiest and fastest way is

Historical Monuments in Damascus

The Roman Temple of Jupiter Gateway

If you continue to the end of Souq al-Hamidiyya, you will return to the light of day. The western gate is reminiscent to the late

Historical Monuments in Bosra

Roman Theatre at Bosra

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This great theater is one of the biggest and best preserved in the world. It was constructed in the 2nd century, at the time in wh

Cathedrals in Bosra

Bosra Cathedral

Just to the south of the ruined monastery stands the Bosra Cathedral. The Cathedral was constructed around 512, is now in a painfu

Historical Monuments in Damascus

Hejaz Train Station

This beautiful station dates back to 1917 and was for many years the station for pilgrims going to Mecca. Highlights include its b

Churches in Damascus

Our Lady of the Conception Convent and Church

At first glance, the modern orthodox convent of Our Lady could be mistaken for a crusader castle, especially if you see it at nigh

Historical Monuments in Bosra

Bosra Citadel

The magnificent Bosra ampitheatre is next to its full citadel that has a ton of secret places that are worth exploring. It was for

Historical Monuments in Bosra

Ancient City of Bosra

It's not up for debate, you absolutely can't leave without visiting Bosra and the remains of the ancient Roman city. Many people f

Historical Monuments in Bosra

Bosra Decumanus

This road that runs through the city of Bosra from east to west is fantastic when the it is nightfall. As you walk the 2 kilometer

Ruins in Bosra

Life Around the Ruins

Apparently oblivious to their history, the friendly people of Bosra live among the ruins surprised that, in less than five years,

Castles in Hajin

Qalah Ibn Maan

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Qalah ibn Maan is the name of the presiding castle ruins and viewpoints, high on a hill, which are located near Palmyra. The best

Historical Monuments in Damascus

Santa Tecla Convent

The convent of Santa Tecla is the only place of interest around Ma'loula. To get there, it is necessary to climb a steep path that

Mosques in Damascus

Courtyard of the Umayyad

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Ruins in Hajin

Route through the Ruins in Camel

As I said in another comment: One of the best ways to tour the ruins of Palmyra and the desert is by camel. Riding on these great

Castles in Hama

Krak Des Chevaliers Castle

Historical Monuments in Bosra

The Nymphaeum or Public Fountain

The 4 massive Corinthian columns are the "Nymphaeum" or public fountains that are the most characteristic emblem of the ruins of B

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