Hama – Mosques حماة – الجوامع
The city of Hama (حماة) has several historic mosques worth visiting in addition to the famed Great Mosque of Hama (جامع حماة …
Hama – Old Houses حماة – البيوت القديمة
Much of the historic center of Hama (حماة) was destroyed by armed conflict in 1982. The Syrian government launched a major offensive …
Homs – Qasr al-Zahrawi حمص – قصر الزهراوي
One of the most beautiful historic houses in Homs (حمص) is Qasr al-Zahrawi (قصر الزهراوي), located in the old city neighborhood of …
Homs – Mosques حمص – الجوامع
There are numerous historic mosques (الجوامع) scattered throughout the old city of Homs (حمص), though little research is available on most of …
Homs – Citadel & City Walls حمص – القلعه و جدران المدينه
Remains of the Homs Citadel (قلعه حمص), located southwest of the old city, appear to be of Ayyubid origin. The fortifications were …
Homs – Old Houses حمص – البيوت القديمة
While often overlooked by visitors, the old city of Homs (حمص) is rich in historic residential architecture. Most of these houses were …
Bosra بصری
Bosra (بصری) is one of Syria’s most incredible historic sites and should be considered a must for any visitor. Perhaps more than …
Salkhad صلخد
Salkhad (صلخد), a predominantly Druze town to the southeast of al-Suweida (السويداء), has had a long history dating to pre-Islamic times. The …