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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Preserved

Al-Ja’bariya Norias

This complex comprises three adjacent Norias of varying diameters (14–18 m), constructed in the 15th century for the influential Ja’abari family, known for their commercial prominence. A distinguishing feature is

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Preserved

Al-Jisriya Norias

This noria, located by the historic Orontes River bridge, stands as the oldest wooden wheel still operating with its original mechanism. Boasting a diameter of approximately 22 meters and featuring

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Preserved

Al-Mohammadiyya Noria

This complex comprises three adjacent Norias of varying diameters (14–18 m), constructed in the 15th century under the patronage of the influential Al-Ja’bari merchant family. A distinguishing feature is a

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Partially Destroyed

Apamea (Ancient City of Apamea)

The Al-Kilaniyah collection of norias comprises three immense wooden waterwheels, turning in harmonious synchronicity on the western bank of the Orontes River. One of these, “Al-Kilaniyah,” with a remarkable diameter

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