Damascus Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital and largest city of Syria
About Damascus
Established between 10,000 to 8,000 BCE, Damascus is credited with being the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world. Theworld heritage listedold-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 was quickly vanishing due to the increasing tourist traffic as the city continued 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. Due to the Syrian Civil War which began in 2011, many services in the city, including transportation, accommodation and consular services, have been severel
Top Attractions in Damascus
Explore the best things to see and do in Damascus:
- ★Aqsab Mosque
- ★Azm Palace
- ★Bab al-Saghir
- ★Bab Kisan
- ★Bab Sharqi
- ★Bab Tuma
- ★Bakri Bath
- ★Cathedral of Our Lady of the Dormition
Where to Eat in Damascus
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Al-Sehhi Restaurant
- 🍴Arabesque Restaurant
- 🍴Bakdash
- 🍴Beit Jabri Restaurant
- 🍴Downtown
- 🍴Il Forno Pizzeria
Where to Stay in Damascus
- 🏨Al-Haramain Hotel
- 🏨Al-Madinah City Hotel
- 🏨Al Majed Hotel
- 🏨Al-Rabie Hotel
- 🏨Baik Bash hotel and restaurant
- 🏨Beit Al Mamlouka
Damascus Travel Guide Sections
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