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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Süleymaniye Tekke

The Sulaymaniyya Takiyya is a spiritual and service complex built between 1554 and 1559 AD by order of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent on the remains of the Mamluk “Ablaq Palace,”

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Preserved

Sinan Pasha Mosque

The Sinaniyya Mosque, built in 999 AH/1590 AD, belongs to a generation of mid-Ottoman era buildings that introduced Qashani decoration to the urban fabric of Damascus. Built on the foundations

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Preserved

Darwish Pasha Mosque

Darwish Pasha Mosque—also known as *al-Darwishiyya*—has stood prominently at the heart of the *Straight Street* (*al-Shari ‘al-Mustaqim*) since 1574 CE (982 AH), when it was founded by the Ottoman governor

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Partially Destroyed

Tankīz Mosque

Tankīz Mosque is situated on the western bank of the Barada River, facing al-Marjah Square. This Mamluk architectural gem was commissioned in 1317 CE (717 AH) by Sayf al-Din Tankīz,

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Under Restoration

Nur al-Din Bimaristan

Nur al-Din Bimaristan is located in the heart of Old Damascus, just steps away from the Al-Hamidiyah Souq. It stands as a living testament to the advancement of Islamic medicine

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Partially Destroyed

Hammam Harasta

Hammam Harasta is located in the Al-Thaghra neighborhood of Harasta, north of Damascus. Most of its structure dates back to the Mamluk period. The bathhouse consists of four traditional sections

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Partially Destroyed

Khan al- ‘Arus

Located on the main road between Damascus and Homs, Khan al-‘Arus is a striking historical structure built by Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi. The khan (caravanserai) was a facility constructed along travel

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Preserved

Khan As’ad Pasha

Khan As’ad Pasha was built in 1751 in the heart of Old Damascus by the governor As’ad Pasha al-Azm. It was designed to serve as a residence for merchants and

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Preserved

The Great Al-Attarin Market

The Great Al-Attarin Market in Damascus, established during the Mamluk era, is located in the heart of the Old City near the Umayyad Mosque. It is known for its narrow

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Preserved

Sayyidah Zaynab Mosque

The Sayyidah Zaynab Shrine in Damascus is a sacred site located in the town of Sayyidah Zaynab, south of Damascus. It is considered one of the most important religious shrines

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