Aleppo

I have for a long time been facinated with the Middle East, so much history originates from that area of the world. Ever since my Mom told me of Petra, I've wanted to go there, and the Pyramids - every traveller has to see them at least once I've been ...

Our first tourist spot in Aleppo was the Citadel of Aleppo (7,000BC Est.) medieval fort castle situated on a mound in the ancient part of the city considered to be the oldest in the world has been occupied by many civilisations, much of ...

... in language and you will find that you can strike up a conversation in Syria with almost everybody and anybody particularly in Aleppo. Transport Transport looks viable and a yellow taxi costs SY£15 (£.30p) for about 10 Min's, taxis are ...

... of earthquakes over the years, and one in 1822 killed over 60% of the inhabitants, and wrecked many buildings, including the Citadel. In Aleppo, arrive at a bus station a long way out from the centre. A  lot of people are getting out, but not all, ...

... both Ge, Elina and I agreed that we had learned a lot about Aleppo cuisine, not to mention our full stomachs. Unfortunately our visit to Aleppo was a bit shorter than the other cities, but we truly enjoyed the time we spent wandering the city. ...