Oldest inhabited capital
Curated by Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · All Frontier Global · free, no login · reviewed 2026-07-05
A vast 8th-century mosque of golden mosaics, among Islam's grandest. Best: Apr–May & Oct–Nov
A UNESCO maze of covered souks, courtyard houses and ancient gates. Best: Apr–May & Oct–Nov
A grand iron-roofed market street leading to the great mosque. Best: Apr–May & Oct–Nov
A sumptuous 18th-century Ottoman governor's palace of courtyards. Best: Apr–May & Oct–Nov
Extensive collection of Syrian art, history, and archaeological artifacts. Best: Mar–May & Sep–Nov