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City in northwestern Syria
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Maarat al-Numan (Arabic: مَعَرَّةُ النُّعْمَانِ) is a town of about 100,000 inhabitants in Northwestern Syria.
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A 12th-century Ayyubid-era mosque.
Hosting an impressive number of mosaics from the Dead Cities before the war, the museum was badly damaged during the Civil War. As of 2024 the museum showcases a limited collection and is open sporadically.
Ruins of a medieval castle.
Resting place of Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz, eight caliph of the Umayyad Caliphate who ruled between 717 and 720 AD.
Driving or taxi is the best option. The city is located along highway M5 between Aleppo and Damascus, expect frequent military checkpoints.
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