Points of Interest in sy

Ancient Villages of Northern Syria

Ancient Villages of Northern Syria

Here, there are forty villages that date back to the late Antiquity and Byzantine periods. They are grouped within eight parks and are an indication of rural life.

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Umayyad Mosque

Umayyad Mosque

Also known as "The Great Mosque of Damascus", this spectacular 8th-century mosque is one of the oldest and largest in the world with beautiful interiors of gold and coloured mosaics.

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Street Called Straight

Street Called Straight

This street dates back to the Roman period and is 1.5 km long. It originally had gates at either end and was lined with columns, some of which can still be seen today.

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Krak des Chevaliers

Krak des Chevaliers

This spectacular Crusader castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the best preserved medieval fortresses in the world.

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Aleppo Covered Souqs

Aleppo Covered Souqs

Situated in the oldest, continuously-inhabited city in the world, the souqs date back to the 13th century.

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