Syria Destination Guide
Syria is one of the Middle Eastern countries that hasn't been subject to mass tourism, mainly because it's not been promoted as one so far. Some of the world's finest architecture can be seen here, notably the Crusader Castle (Crac des Chevaliers) and the still well preserved Roman theatre in Bosra. Syria's Damascus and Aleppo are each other's rivals in being the world's oldest and perennially occupied city.
Syria is one of the Middle Eastern countries that hasn't been on the mass tourism radar which makes it an even more exciting place to discover!
This Syria Destination Guide together with our Syria tour suggestions will tell you all you need to know about the highlights of a visit to Syria. For some useful information on Syria visit our Syria Country Guide. Check out our Aleppo Destination Guide or Damascus Destination Guide for more local things to see and do during your trip.
Things to See & Do in Syria
One of the significant mosques in Islamic religious architecture and the most famous mosque in Syria, its most notable feature is a rather remarkable square minaret that dates back to the 8th century. The columns and pillars inside show early Byzantine markings.
The Mameluke hammam (a dormitory of sorts) used to be one of the many stopovers on the holy Hajj route to Mecca. This was built around 1372 for the convenience of millions of pilgrims who undertook the holy trek every year. It has 11 huge bathing halls and is said to be the last important building that was erected in the city.
On the outside this magnificent Roman theatre appears to be a huge black bowl of a fortress, but even from the first view, it promises to be unlike any other amphitheatre you’ve seen in your life. Once inside across the drawbridge (yes, there’s a drawbridge!) you step upwards and inwards into a yawning, gaping passage that leads to an almost endless space with rows and rows of seats surrounding you. And for a moment in time, if you’re the imaginative sort, you can almost picture events of Syrian history taking place here. Even if you’re not, it’s truly a majestic sight to behold, one that’s sure to leave you speechless. Hidden for hundreds of years by the fort built by the Abbayids back in the 13th century, this spectacular Syrian national treasure was restored in 1947, a task that took 20 years to complete.
This is open to tourists everyday between 8.00 a.m. to sunset; mark it as one of the must-see spots in Syria. It can be covered in a day trip from Damascus.
This is open to tourists everyday between 8.00 a.m. to sunset; mark it as one of the must-see spots in Syria. It can be covered in a day trip from Damascus.
Seidnaya: A Pilgrimage to Syria's Holiest Image Top
Most Christian buildings in Seidnaya have recent origins, not later than early 19th century. The one that stands out not only for its name and the number of followers it attracts, both Christian and Muslim, but also for the fact that it’s one of the most ancient convent structures in all of Syria, is the tiny Chapel of the Virgin Mary in Seidnaya. Founded in the 6th century by the then emperor Justinian, this incredible icon is rumoured to have been painted by St. Luke and has been one of the most frequented holy centres since then.
The striking valley of Wadi al Nadara is steeped in Greek conventions from the early times, and offers a very attractive view of the villages on either side, which with their riches and prosperity are in stark contrast to most of rural Syria. Parts of Wadi al Nadara can be quite steep, with very narrow lanes running through the houses that line the valley.
The most famous attraction of this valley is the Crac des Chevaliers, which overlooks Wadi al Nadara. On the valley towards the coast line is the 13th century St. George monastery.
Source: http://www.tours-syria.com/syria-guide
The most famous attraction of this valley is the Crac des Chevaliers, which overlooks Wadi al Nadara. On the valley towards the coast line is the 13th century St. George monastery.
Source: http://www.tours-syria.com/syria-guide
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