A flight to Aleppo takes you to Syria’s history-soaked citadel city, dating back to 1800 BC. Walk through Aleppo’s fortified gate and wander around the ruins of the city’s hilltop heart, surrounded by a deep moat, then visit Aleppo’s great al-Jami’ al-Kabir mosque.
Explore the culture of Aleppo at the Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions, where hand-crafted glassware and jewellery await, and find Aleppo’s ancient history among the statues and pendants of the National Museum.
For a quiet day out head to the small village of Qualb Lozeh, 40 miles west of Aleppo, and discover its Syrian-Byzantine basilica. Or mingle with Aleppo’s locals at the city’s traditional markets, or souqs, where copper, cotton and brassware are sold.
Locals in Aleppo love their pistachios. Sample them dipped into sweet syrup, then try Shish Kabob (skewered lamb) or the meat of the Middle Eastern Awassi sheep, followed by truly fresh olives. |