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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Al-Ouwainah Mosque

One of the oldest Ottoman mosques in the city, Al-Awina Mosque was built in 1727 by Suleiman Pasha Al-Azm, the governor of Tripoli of Greater Syria, during the Tulip Era—a

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Preserved

Al-Mughrabi Mosque

Built in 1827, the Al-Maghribi Mosque was established to honor Sheikh Muhammad Al-Maghribi, a revered religious figure who journeyed from the far west of the Maghreb and eventually settled in

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Partially Destroyed

Hammam Al-Jadeed

Also known as “The New Bath”, this historical hammam earned its name due to its construction around the same time as the “New Mosque” in the heart of Latakia’s old

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Preserved

Monastery of Our Lady

The Church of the Holy Virgin Mary of the Armenian Orthodox community is one of the oldest religious landmarks in the region. Established in the 17th century, it has long

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Preserved

Singlast column

The Sanqlis Column is an ancient Roman structure located along the southern corniche of Latakia, Syria. Its name is believed to be a local adaptation of Saint Alexius (Sant Alexi),

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Preserved

Temple of Bel

Also known as the Temple of Baal Shamin, meaning “Lord of the Heavens”, this ancient Canaanite temple was dedicated to the worship of the god Baal — the deity of

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Preserved

Jableh Roman Theater

This theatre is the fifth most significant Roman amphitheater globally in terms of size and preservation, after those in Bosra and Palmyra. Built in the early 3rd century CE under

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Preserved

Ugarit

The discovery of Ugarit revolutionized archaeology and historical understanding. Remarkably, it was found by chance in 1929 when a farmer plowing his land in Minet el-Beida struck a large, intricately

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Preserved

Jableh

Jableh has retained its name for over 4,000 years. It is mentioned in cuneiform texts from Ugarit, which confirm its status as part of the Ugaritic Kingdom. The site contains

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Preserved

Ras Al Basit

During the Bronze Age, Ras al-Basit served as an important settlement and a fortified outpost of Ugarit. The Greeks later established a colony there, naming it *Poseidon* after the sea

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