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The National Museum of Damascus ( Arabic: الْمَتْحَفُ الْوَطَنِيُّ بِدِمَشْقَ) is a museum in the heart of Damascus, Syria. As the country's national museum as well as its largest, this museum covers the entire range of Syrian history over a span of over 11 millennia. [2] It displays various important artifacts ...
- Mahmoud Hammoud (Head of the General Directorate for Antiquities and Museums)
- Archaeological
- 1919; 104 years ago
Explore the online galleries of the National Museum of Damascus, the oldest cultural heritage institution in Syria. Learn about the history and artifacts of prehistoric, ancient, classical, byzantine, Islamic and contemporary Syria.
The National Museum of Damascus is a museum in the heart of Damascus, Syria. As the country's national museum as well as its largest, this museum covers the entire range of Syrian history over a span of over 11 millennia. It displays various important artifacts, relics and major finds most notably from Mari, Ebla and Ugarit, three of Syria's most important ancient archaeological sites ...
This is one of the top ten Museums of the world!! Located just outside the old city of Damascus and on the old river it is a must see tour. The gardens have a vast number of old statues and columns, it is nice to just walk around these before entering the museum. Once in side the museum simply take your time.
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- Attraction
- Shoukry al-Qouwatly St, Damascus
Explore the Syrian antiquities and cultural heritage through the Virtual Damascus National Museum project by MIRATH. Learn about the museum's history, artifacts, and role in preserving peace and diversity.
Oct 30, 2018 · The museum displays a rich collection of artifacts from ancient Syria, some of which were hidden from ISIS and looters. The reopening is a message of hope and resilience amid the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis.
Nov 15, 2010 · Even in a land as ancient as the Middle East the city of Damascus stands out. Founded in the third millennium B.C., Damascus vies for—and just might own—the title of the world’s oldest ...
