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#SyrianCivilization
Bedouins burying their dead unearthed the story of a civilization
The ancient city of #Mari, today's Tell al-Hariri, is located on the right bank of the #Syrian Middle #Euphrates basin
Syria’s al-Hommal Well: Layers of history document its civilization
This well is considered to be one of the most important archeological sites in the world, writes Dr. George Tuma
Fasting tradition throughout the Syrian civilization
#Fasting is an experience that the majority of human #civilizations have practiced since ancient times, writes Dr. George Tuma
The role of Folklore in the Syrian cultural identity
"#Syrians need to preserve their #cultural #heritage to the point of considering it a sacred trust handed down by their ancestors, writes Dr. George Tuma
Ugaritic: One of the world’s first alphabets originated in Syria
#Ugaritic alphabet appeared in the city of #Ugarit (currently known as #RasShamra and #RasIbnHani) on the northern coast of #Syria
Orontes River: Syrian civilization in a watercolor portrait
The #Orontes inspired artists over the centuries and presented humanity with magnificent mosaics indicative of the extent of wealth
Another Assad victim: Syria’s heritage
"[...] the existing authority in #Syria contributed to the looting of tangible heritage, and smuggled a large part of it," writes Dr. TAHHAN
Saad Fansa: A Syrian writer, photographer and excavator
"I could NOT accept the killing of innocent people and demonstrators demanding [...] a better life," says #SaadFansa to #SYRIAWISE
Apamea and Salamiyah: A legendary love story
"It is a story about a Syrian Princess’ love for her city, and a Syrian Prince’s noble and legendary love for her."