Syria

Palmyra, a three-hour ride from Damascus, has some of the most famous remnants of the Classical Period in the Middle East. Set in an oasis, Palmyra was ruled by the legendary queen Zenobia, who ... [full story]

Most of the sights of Damascus are in the old city surrounded by the remains of a Roman wall. This wall has been rebuilt several times over two thousand years. The best-preserved area is ... [full story]