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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Damascus

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Damascus, Syria

Updated February 14, 2024

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October War Panorama

3D war panorama in Damascus built with help from North Korea.
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Umayyad Mosque

Also known as the Great Mosque of Damascus, this is one of the world's largest and oldest mosques.
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Sayyidah Zaynab Mosque

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Sayyidah Zaynab Mosque

This ornate mosque is said to hold the remains of Muhammad's granddaughter beneath its dome of pure gold.
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Monastery of Our Lady of Sednayah

One of the oldest monasteries in the world is a key pilgrimage site for both Muslims and Christians.
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