Discover Syria
A country of extraordinary places and untold stories. Explore its ancient cities, living traditions, remarkable landmarks and the people who make it unforgettable.
Where will you begin?
Every part of Syria tells its own story. Start with a city or region that inspires you, then discover the sites and experiences around it.
Explore beyond the obvious.
History is only the beginning. Meet artisans, discover food traditions and find the stories behind Syria’s great places.
Every landmark has a story.
Start with our first four in-depth guides, illustrated with real Syrian Guides photographs and written to make history approachable.
Damascus · Ottoman palaceAzm PalaceA beautiful world behind a plain doorRead the story → 
Damascus · CaravanseraiKhan Asaad PashaAn extraordinary palace for travelling merchantsRead the story → 
Damascus · Christian heritageSaint Ananias ChapelA quiet underground place with a remarkable storyRead the story → 
Aleppo · Medieval fortressAleppo CitadelA fortress above a thousand storiesRead the story →Explore our in-depth landmark stories and find more places to discover across Syria.
Newly discovered stories.
Our latest in-depth guides appear here automatically as they are published.
Ugarit in Syria: The City That Wrote Its Own Alphabet
Visit Ugarit near Latakia: explore its Bronze Age palace, ancient trade, 30-sign cuneiform alphabet, and practical tips for visiting the Syrian coast.
Stories worth discovering.
Small details, local traditions and everyday moments often become the most memorable part of a journey.
From inspiration to experience.
Read the stories, discover the places, then explore Syria with local guides who know the people and history behind them.