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Syria Adds Nine Sites to ICESCO Heritage List
Syria has registered nine new heritage sites on the list of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO),…

International Attention Grows Around Busra Heritage
Growing international interest in Syria’s archaeological heritage is drawing renewed attention to the ancient city of Busra al-Sham, where…

Syria Showcases Recovered Antiquities in Damascus
To mark International Museum Day, the General Directorate of Antiquities and Museums organized an exhibition at the National Museum of…

Syria and Jordan Partner to Protect Shared Heritage
In a significant step toward strengthening regional and international cooperation in cultural heritage protection, Syria and Jordan…

Byzantine Cemetery Discovered in Maarat Numan
The Directorate General of Antiquities and Museums (DGAM) continues its national efforts to protect Syria’s cultural heritage through…

Syria and Hungary Strengthen Cultural and Archaeological Cooperation
Syria is home to some of the world’s most remarkable archaeological treasures, including Palmyra, Aleppo, and the ancient city of Ebla.…

Tourism Ministry Publishes Damascus Archaeological Tours Guide
The Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with the Syrian Canadian Business Company, has launched the “Snair2” project and its new…

Busra al-Sham: Syria’s Ancient History Captures the World’s Attention
In a scene reflecting the revival of Syrian tourism, three tourist groups, comprising 20 tourists from Europe, Asia, the Americas, and New…

Virtual Museum: A Vibrant Digital Memory of Syria’s Threatened Heritage
In a pioneering step to rescue memory from the clutches of oblivion and destruction, Syria launched the Virtual Museum, carrying out an…

Government Efforts to Revive Tourism in Idlib
Due to the increased interest in the governorate’s tourism and commercial destinations from residents of other parts of Syria, the Syrian…

Tourism Renaissance in Once War-Torn Idlib
Tourism in Syria is one of the important sectors reflecting the country’s rich history and diverse culture. Despite the challenges Syria…

Italian Academic Delegation Visits the National Museum of Damascus
The National Museum of Damascus is one of Syria's most prominent cultural landmarks, housing a vast collection of antiquities and artifacts…