Tishreen Sports Complex
Tourists can take their children to swim in the Olympic Pool at this sports complex.…
The October War Panorama
This is an interesting museum showcasing pieces from the 1973 “October” war with Israel. The…
National Museum
This is an extremely remarkable museum and a must stop for any visitor to Damascus.…
The Historical Museum of Damascus
This is one of Damascus’s most interesting museums. It is worth a visit since it…
The Army Museum
Exhibits at this museum date all the way back to the Bronze Age. The simplest…
Sayidda Zainab Mosque
This beautiful mosque is built at the Prophet’s (P.B.U.H) grand-daughter’s burial site. Built like the…
Sayyida Ruqayya Mosque
This mosque was built in memory of Ruqayya who is considered a saint by the…
Khan Asad Pasha
Commissioned by Asad Pasha in the 1750s, this cathedral is a truly magnificent piece of…
Chapel of Ananias
Within the Old City are the Muslim, Jewish and Christian quarters. Within the Christian quarter…
Old City Gates
The Old City had thirteen entrances and, therefore, gates. These were built for the purpose…
Roman Arch
The Roman Arch is located amidst the Christian quarters. This originally consisted of three arches…
Mausoleum of Saladin
Saladin was a famous Sultan, most renowned for his role as leader of the Muslims…
Omayyad Mosque
This is arguably Damascus’s most popular architectural attraction. It is a significant and sacred religious…
The Citadel
This historic site has witnessed much of the life of Damascus. Located in the Old…