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What are the tourist attractions in Syria?

Scenic spot

Syria has superior geographical location and natural conditions, a long and ancient history and civilization, and unique national traditional culture, which have created rich tourism resources for this country. The ancient Arabic book once wrote: "If there is heaven on earth, Damascus must be in it. If there is heaven in the air, Damascus is equally famous. "

Syria's tourism resources can be roughly divided into three aspects: natural landscape, cultural relics, tradition and folk culture?

Aleppo Castle

Located in the northwest of Syria, Aleppo Castle is one of the oldest cities in the Middle East and a famous tourist attraction. In the past, it was an important transportation station from Mesopotamia to the Mediterranean, and16th century became the only place for East-West trade. Legend has it that in ancient times, Abraham, the ancestor of the Jews, came to Aleppo and distributed the milk squeezed by his cows to the local poor. Until now, the Arabic name of Aleppo is still Habab, which means "milk".

Aleppo Castle

Baal Milla site

The site of the ancient city of palmira is a famous ancient city on the Syrian Silk Road. Called the bride of the Syrian desert. The tall and straight temples, the magnificent Arc de Triomphe, the towering stone pillars on both sides, exquisite carvings, exquisite murals and the rendering of golden sunshine seem to remind people of its past glory.

Baal Milla site

Latakia

Latakia is a city in northwest Syria and the capital of Latakia province. The urban area is located on the alluvial plain of Nahar Yael Kirby River, with a population of about 2,654.38+0.4 million. It was once ruled by Arabs, Crusaders and Ottomans.