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What to do and see in Maaloula, Rif Damascus Governorate: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Maaloula, Syria including Mar Sarkis, Deir Mar Sarkis, Deir Mar Musa El-Habashi, Ma'alula Village (Maaloula), Deir Mar Takla, Mar Thecla Monastery, Church Of Saints Sergius & Bacchus And Monastery.
1. Mar Sarkis
2. Deir Mar Sarkis
3. Deir Mar Musa El-Habashi
4. Ma'alula Village (Maaloula)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By THOMASFROMDAMASCUS - Damascus, Syria
The old village of Maaloula is still one of the only towns in the world that the local inhabitants still speak Aramaic, the language of Jesus. Maaloula is located northeast of Damascus at an altitude of 1,600 meters or about 5,000 feet under the mountainous region of Qalamoun. The village of Maaloula is isolated and naturally protected, which may largely explain its inhabitants’ continuing adherence to Christianity and the Aramaic language. In Aramaic language Ma’lula means: ‘entrance’ or ‘passage’ and this is well noted as there is a narrow passageway between two steep mountains. The majority of the village houses were built on these steep slopes of the two mountains, thus making Maaloula a very picturesque and beautiful village to visit. There is a famous Greek Orthodox Convent and a Roman Catholic Monastery up on the top of the hill above the city for anyone to visit. Unfortunately the only large hotel has been destroyed during the Syrian Civil conflict. Nevertheless Maaloula is a very interesting town to visit. Maaloula also has a nice restaurant for one to enjoy a great lunch or dinner after you complete your touring of this great old city of Maaloula. Trust me you will enjoy yourself while visiting this old and very historic village.
5. Deir Mar Takla
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Yucef-GB - Beirut, Lebanon
Nested in the mountain and overlooking Maaloula old town, this old christian orthodox monastery offers a feeling of faith and serenity , pay it a visit while in rif-damascus area.
6. Mar Thecla Monastery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
7. Church Of Saints Sergius & Bacchus And Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
