Omer and the Taxi in front of Afamia (about 45 km North of Hama), 3rd century BC

The unique spiral-fluted columns of Afamia (English: Apamea)

Dead Cities: Ancient Byzantine abandoned cities between Hama and Aleppo. These photos are of Serjilla

The clock tower in central downtown Aleppo. Our landmark and meeting point, around the corner from our hotel. Note the huge Sheraton under construction in the background

The hang-out guys in our hotel lobby

Aleppo's imposing and impressive citadel

Citadel main entrance

View to the north and northeast from the Citadel

There are lots of parks in Aleppo

Aleppo's National Museum

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