Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Bosra, Syria - UNESCO World Heritage Site

 Place: Bosra, Syria

Weather: Some sun in the morning with increasing clouds during the afternoon, 52/78F.

Route: From Acre 208 km ESE on Route 109.

Population: 19,683

Significance: Bosra was the capital of Arabia for the Romans in the 2nd century. It this became an important city in the Byzantine Empire. It was also said to be the place where Mohammed was told that he would be a prophet. 

Website: UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Well preserved Roman Theater (from whc.unesco.org)

Ruins of the ancient city (from whc.unesco.org)




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