Umayyad Mosque

Tourism Rejuvenates Syria’s Image and Draws Foreign Investment

November 27, 2024

By Fedal Hanoun

By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer Syria, a nation known for its ancient civilizations and rich cultural legacy, has encountered many difficulties in the past ten years as a result of protracted conflict. The resurgence of tourism, however, presents a singular chance to improve Syria’s standing abroad, promote cultural diplomacy, and act as … Continued

The Umayyad Mosque – Damascus’ Crowning Glory

August 22, 2018

By Ani Karapetyan

By: Habeeb Salloum/Arab America Contributing Writer From the dawn of Islam, Damascus and its Umayyad Mosque, one of the most sacred structures in the Muslim world, have been synonymous. For hundreds of years, this great house of worship, the fourth holiest spot in the Muslim world, has been the city’s most magnificent historic building – … Continued

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