More eternal than Rome – Damascus
Dimashq, 3:00a.m., when arriving at the international airport of Damas, how Syrians lovingly call Damascus, I didn’t know that Syria’s capital will evolve to be the highlight of my Orient journey. »»
Faith moves Mountains
Faith, believe and religion are most perceptible in Damascus. Western Europeans will surely immediately spot all the covered women, who are sometimes even completely shrouded in their burqas. In Damas you can meet the coexistence of about 30 different religions. Its adherents are peacefully living together. »»
Water, Steam and Soap
Splashing water and having a good time, that’s Hamam, the Arabian bath »»
Krak des Chevaliers
Even on a Friday, the muslim Sunday and actual important day of rest, not everything stands completely still. If you’re lucky then you can even make it from Damascus to Krak des Chevaliers, a massive Crusader castle and one of Syria’s most impressive attractions »»
Hama – Spinning the wheel
The town Hama is just 80km north of Homs is famous for its ancient wooden water wheels, which once served as a way to pump water to the surrounding fields »»
Turbulent and chaotic Aleppo
Located only a stone throw away from Hama is Aleppo, Syria’s second-important chief town and northern centre of trade »»
The Roman Ruins of Palmyra
Columns and an early morning may cause cold feet… »»