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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Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque

Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque is a historic mosque located in Famagusta, in Northern Cyprus. Originally built as a Catholic cathedral in the 13th century, it was converted into a mosque

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Preserved

Al-Akram Mosque

The Al-Akram Mosque, also known as the Mosque of Sheikh Muhyi al-Din Ibn Arabi, stands as a significant historical mosque in Damascus, Syria. Beyond its primary function as a place

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Preserved

Holy Cross Church

The Holy Cross Church holds the distinction of being the second most significant church in Damascus after the Mariamite Cathedral. It is situated in the Christian Quarter, an area that

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Preserved

The Umayyad Mosque

The Great Umayyad Mosque, often simply referred to as the Umayyad Mosque, is a significant Islamic mosque commissioned by the Umayyad Caliph Al-Walid ibn Abd al-Malik in Damascus. It stands

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Partially Destroyed

As-Sadat Mosque

As-Sadat Mosque, also known as Al-Aqsab Mosque, is a historic mosque located in Damascus, dating back to the Ayyubid era. The mosque was constructed in 630 AH / 1232 CE

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Partially Destroyed

St. George’s Cathedral

St. George’s Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Saint George, Damascus, is a Syriac Orthodox cathedral located in Bab Touma, central Damascus, Syria. It serves as the seat of

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Preserved

John of Damascus

The Saint John of Damascus Church in Damascus is a historic edifice consecrated to Saint John of Damascus. Situated in the Abu Rummaneh district, it is renowned for its distinctive

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Preserved

The Mariamite Cathedral of Damascus

The Mariamite Cathedral, also known as the Mariamiyya Church, stands as a prominent ecclesiastical landmark in Damascus, the capital of the Syrian Arab Republic. Situated within the historic confines of

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Zeitoun Church

Nestled in one of Damascus’s ancient quarters, amidst alleys redolent with history and spirit, stands the Zeitoun Church, tall and proud. Within its walls, it holds the tales of a

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