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Damascus · Islamic Architecture Tourism

Home to the Umayyad Mosque, one of the oldest surviving mosques and continuous worship sites with John Baptist shrine and Jesus minaret legend. Currently inaccessible due to war-related suspension of tourism.

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Best season: None
Difficulty: 10
Region: Syria, Damascus Governorate

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Beautiful Blue Jay resting on a branch, showcasing its vibrant blue feathers in a natural setting.

Photo by David Dibert

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an overhead view of a building with a circular window

Photo by Raghad Awad

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A black and white dog looking up at the sky

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A Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia) sits perched on a rock in a serene natural setting in Damascus, Maryland.

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An urban street scene in Damascus featuring an abandoned couch under a tree against a blue wall.

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A view of the iconic minaret of the Umayyad Mosque in historic Damascus, Syria.

Photo by Hala Hejazy

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Detailed shot of a hummingbird on a red feeder with a vibrant green background.

Photo by David Dibert

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