Syria's treasures in one place

Explore the archaeological sites that shaped Syria's history and make it your next tourist destination.

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Sukkariyya Market

Extending south of Souk Midhat Pasha, Souk Al-Sukariyeh (Sugar Market) has been renowned since the Mamluk period for its trade in sugar imported from Cyprus and Egypt. The market retains

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St. Paul’s Church

The Church of Saint Paul is a significant Christian pilgrimage site in Damascus, commemorating the Apostle Paul’s escape from Jewish persecution through a window in Bab Kisan. Roman stones were

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Manjak Mosque

Constructed in 1370 CE within the Al-Midan district, the Manjak Mosque served pilgrim caravans en route to Daraa. Its distinctive black and white basalt masonry became a visual landmark for

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Al-Sabouniya Quranic School

Situated outside the southern walls of Damascus, the Al-Sabouniyah School exemplifies the late Mamluk era’s fusion of commerce and scholarship. Established by the soap merchant Ahmed bin Al-Sabouni, it served

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Al-Jaqmaqiyya Madrasa

Constructed between 1418 and 1420 CE by the order of Damascus’ governor Sayf al-Din Jaqmaq, the madrasa was transformed into a museum of Arabic calligraphy in 1975. The use of

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Al-Rifai Hammam

Located in the heart of the popular Al-Midan neighborhood, Al-Rifai Hammam stands as a testament to the traditional Damascene bathing ritual dating back to the 15th century. Its Mamluk architectural

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Sayyida Ruqayya Mosque

The Sayyida Ruqayya Mosque, built in 1985 atop a Fatimid-era shrine dating back to 1133 CE, serves as a central spiritual site for Shia Muslims in the Levant. Its architectural

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The Mausoleum of Saladin

Just a few steps from the northern gate of the Umayyad Mosque lies the Mausoleum of Saladin (1195 CE), housed in a chamber built of alternating limestone and black basalt—a

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Al-Murabit Mosque

Nestled in the al-Muhajireen district on the slopes of Mount Qasioun, Al-Murabit Mosque was constructed in the early 20th century, showcasing an architectural style that blends Moorish and Andalusian elements—setting

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Al-Sinjqdar Mosque

Erected in 1348 CE, Al-Sinjqdar Mosque rises near the entrance of al-Saroujia Market and showcases a Mamluk layout characterized by alternating ablaq stonework. Its name derives from the word “sanjak”

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