Damascus

State

Arab States

Country

Syria

Continent

Asia

Size

105 KM²

Population

Spending Budget

$396 - $1,000

Famous For

It is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world.

Best Time to Visit

January
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History

Over the centuries, Damascus has been conqueror and conquered, wealthy and destitute, and capital of the empire and small states. Its fame has been sustained by its continuous prominence as a commercial and intellectual centre. Its life has been nourished periodically by immigrants from the hinterland and from the Mediterranean Basin and Southwest Asia. Often a focus of contention by powers of East and West, Damascus’s fortunes have frequently been linked to those of distant capitals, most notably Ashur, Antioch, Rome, Baghdad, Cairo, and Istanbul. Now a burgeoning metropolis of the Middle East, it retains, as it has through centuries of triumph and disaster, an indomitable spirit and considerable charm.

Present Day

Established between 10,000 to 8,000 BC, Damascus is credited with being the oldest continuously inhabited city & capital in the world. The old walled city, in particular, feels very ancient and largely consists of a maze of narrow alleys, punctuated by enigmatic doors that lead into pleasing, verdant courtyards and blank-faced houses. The old city still has an authentic medieval feel to it, although this is vanishing fast due to the increasing tourist traffic as the city continues to be highlighted as an attraction. Life, however, goes on in the old-walled city, which is still the religious and social centre of the city. The city perimeter for Damascus contains 41 square miles (105 square kilometres) and is the home to an estimated 2.4 million residents. The city has 125 monuments from different periods of its history. One of the most spectacular is the 8th-century Great Mosque of the Umayyads, built on the site of an Assyrian sanctuary.

Future

Damascus is now attempting to reposition itself as a ‘modern’ city, with various new reforms paving the way for it to become a centre of trade, commerce and tourism. There are new plans for luxury developments including international shopping malls and five-star hotels.

Must Visit Places ------------

Taqiyya suleimaniah souq

Taqiyya suleimaniah souq, Damascus is not just a place for sightseeing, but it also enables you to steal a self-indulgent moment for yourself as well. So, check out the taqiyya suleimaniah souq tourist spot for all the attractions that is on offer and visit this spot on weekends for a rejuvenating time. World standards, extraordinary architecture, innovative layouts, and well-thought execution make the place a highly coveted point of tourist interest. Do not forget to carry your camera and capture special moments. Taqiyya suleimaniah souq, Damascus is the sure way to refresh and relax after a busy weekday. Explore interesting themes, fabulous designs, colourful landscapes, amusing characters, ambient music, props and merchandise available in nearby stores- all at one place. taqiyya suleimaniah souq, Damascus is the best way to have a memorable time with kids and family. So, enjoy a fulfilling outing at taqiyya suleimaniah souq in Damascus.

Old city

There are few places with such history, as Damascus, on Earth and the heart of Damascus is the old town.

Damascus Umayyad Mosque

One of the most beautiful mosques in the world and the most important historical and beautiful architectural and engineering. Damascus cannot be visited without going to the Umayyad Mosque!! Beautifully painted ceilings and amazing architecture result in total magnificence. Anyone can enter the mosque but women and men must be dressed appropriately. For women, this includes pants or a long skirt (not tight jeans or something similar), a long sleeve also not tight shirt, and a hijab.

Sayyida Ruqayya mausoleum

World standards, extraordinary architecture, innovative layouts, and well-thought execution make the place a highly coveted point of tourist interest. Do not forget to carry your camera and capture special moments. Sayyida Ruqayya mausoleum, Damascus is the sure way to refresh and relax after a busy weekday. Explore interesting themes, fabulous designs, colourful landscapes, amusing characters, ambient music, props and merchandise available in nearby stores- all in one place. Sayyida Ruqayya mausoleum, Damascus is the best way to have a memorable time with kids and family. So, enjoy a fulfilling outing at Sayyida Ruqayya mausoleum in Damascus

Khan Asaad Basha

Khan Asaad Basha, Damascus is not just a place for sightseeing, but it also enables you to steal a self-indulgent moment for yourself as well. So, check out the khan Asaad basha tourist spot for all the attractions that is on offer and visit this spot on weekends for a rejuvenating time. World standards, extraordinary architecture, innovative layouts, and well-thought execution make the place a highly coveted point of tourist interest. Do not forget to carry your camera and capture special moments. Khan Asaad Basha, Damascus is the sure way to refresh and relax after a busy weekday. Explore interesting themes, fabulous designs, colourful landscapes, amusing characters, ambient music, props and merchandise available in nearby stores- all in one place. khan Asaad Basha, Damascus is the best way to have a memorable time with kids and family. So, enjoy a fulfilling outing at khan Asaad Basha in Damascus.

Souq al-Hamidiyyeh

The Al-Hamidiyah Souq is the largest and the central souk in Syria, located inside the old walled city of Damascus next to the Citadel. The souq is about 600 metres (2,000 ft) long and 15 metres (49 ft) wide, and is covered by a 10-metre (33 ft) tall metal arch. The souq starts at Al-Thawra street and ends at the Umayyad Mosque plaza, and the ancient Roman Temple of Jupiter stands 40 feet tall in its entrance. In this place, you can see all of the Syrian traditional arts like traditional sews, carpets ..etc

Al Azem Palace

Azm Palace is located in the Old City of Damascus and is very close to the Umayyad Mosque. The palace was built in 1749 under the Ottoman Empire and was the private residence for As'ad Pasha al-Azm, the Ottoman governor of Damascus, and during the French Mandate for Syria and Lebanon, it housed the French Institute. It has been restored over the years and today is a must-visit site within the ancient Old City of Damascus.

The National Museum of Damascus

If you want to explore the history of Damascus, The National Museum of Damascus is the perfect place for you! It's the best way to have a memorable time with kids and family. So, enjoy a fulfilling outing!

Damascus Opera House

If you really want to enjoy a great musical programme, please plan to enjoy an eminent evening at the Damascus Opera House very soon.

Damascus center

An important Historical site to give you an idea of the history of Damascus!