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

Qasr al-Hayr al-Gharbi

The Qasr al-Hayr al-Gharbi rises on the outskirts of the Syrian desert, about 80 km southwest of Palmyra, as a masterpiece of Umayyad architecture. It was built by Caliph Hisham

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Preserved

Al-Bismar House

Its name, “House of the Nail” (Bayt al-Bismar), refers to the use of wooden nails to secure some of the structural or decorative elements, a technique that was common in

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Partially Destroyed

Mufid al-Amin Palace

The Mufid al-Amin Palace, located in the Al-Warsha neighborhood within Old Homs, is a prominent historical landmark that reflects the political and social transformations the city has undergone over centuries.

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Preserved

Al-Agha House

The Abdullah Farakouh House, located in the Bani al-Sibai neighborhood of Homs, is considered one of the city’s most beautiful heritage landmarks. Known for its ancient design and architectural beauty,

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Preserved

Anton Traboulsi Palace

The Anton Traboulsi Palace exemplifies the architecture of opulent Homsi homes from the late 19th century. It was built by the merchant Anton Traboulsi, the first president of the Homs

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Preserved

Al-Soufi Palace

It is believed that the Soufi Palace in Homs was later converted into the Soufi Mosque, a historical landmark in the city. The palace featured a traditional Islamic architectural design

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Preserved

Al-Zahrawi Palace

Located in the Hamidiyeh neighborhood, the Zahrawi Palace is a historical Homsi house dating back to the Mamluk period. Named after the family who resided there, it was used as

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Partially Destroyed

Kujaki Mawlawi Convent

This convent and its annexes were demolished in 1957. Its historical stones were sent to the Directorate-General of Antiquities in Damascus, and it is believed that nothing remains of the

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Partially Destroyed

Bab al-Masdoud

Bab al-Masdoud was sealed during the Ottoman era and later reopened. It used to lead to Al-Maidan Square (Al-Miyan neighborhood).

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