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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Partially Destroyed

Deir al-Bakht Citadel

Deir al-Bakht Castle is one of the few remaining fortresses in the Hauran region, notable for its unique construction directly on flat ground—unlike most castles, which are typically built on

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Partially Destroyed

Al-Muzayrib Citadel

Al-Muzayrib Citadel was built by the Ottoman official Sanjak-Bey Birqdar to protect the waters of Lake Muzayrib, which served as a vital reservoir for Hajj caravans. The fortress has a

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Preserved

Bosra Citadel

Bosra Citadel is considered one of the most significant fortresses in the Middle East. Originally constructed as a Roman amphitheater in the 2nd century AD, it was later transformed into

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Partially Destroyed

Tell Shihab

Tell Shihab is considered one of the archaeological mounds that contains remnants of multiple civilizations, as mentioned in the texts of Pharaoh Thutmose III. It retains a Roman aqueduct that

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Partially Destroyed

Tell al-Ashari

Tell al-Ashari is a volcanic hill overlooking the Yarmouk Valley, featuring a Roman theater with a diameter of approximately 50 meters. French-Syrian excavations have revealed layers of settlement from the

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