Aleppo
Syria
- Safety rating
- 2/10
- Best time to visit
- Spring and autumn traditionally brought the most comfortable weather, conditions permitting.
- Population
- 1.9M
Overview
Aleppo, one of the world's oldest cities and a former Silk Road powerhouse, is famed for its imposing medieval citadel and once-vast covered souqs. Heavily damaged by war, it retains profound historical significance and a slow, ongoing restoration.
Top attractions
The Citadel of Aleppo dominates, along with the historic Great Mosque and the restored sections of the ancient covered souq.
Getting around
Movement requires trusted private transport; infrastructure is heavily damaged and public transit is limited.