pictures of the World: Syria: Tartus, Krak des Chevaliers, Qalat Marqab, Serjilla, Christian Valley, Bosra, Maalula
Tartus, Tartous, Tortusa
Krak des Chevaliers, Qalaat al-Hosn, Fortress of Knights
Qalat Marqab
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Serjilla
Serjilla
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A fully intact pyramidal burial chamber stands near remnants of a 5th century church.
A visit to the dead cities is not for everyone. You'll have to make your way around some fallen walls and rock piles, and through some underbrush. Be careful. Small children, the elderly and people with disabilities may have trouble accessing some areas. Serjilla (Sarjella) has been deserted for almost 1500 years, but its stone buildings remain sharp-edged and the surrounding area is carpeted in short grass. In many ways it looks as if the villagers have only just left.
Honeycomb typical structure in old Syria
St. Georges Monastery (Gregos), Christian Valley, Syria
St. Georges Monastery, Christian Valley, Syria
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The second floor was built in the 12th century during the Crusades.
Bosra (Bozrah, Bostra, Busra ash-Sham, Bushra) Roman Theater
Maalula, Maaloula
Maalula
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The word Maaloula means entrance in Aramaic.
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created 28 April 2011
on Google site since 18 December 2012
updated 18 December 2012