Guide Syrien. Libanon

Travel Destinations: The Nelles Guide takes you between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates to historically significant places such as the Monastery of St. Simeon, the desert city of Palmyra, the temples of Baalbek, and the mighty Crusader castle of Krak des Chevaliers. The atmospheric souks of Damascus and Aleppo, as well as the modern shopping streets in Beirut, invite you to stroll, while the cedar forests of Lebanon are perfect for hiking. History: Numerous cultures have left their mark in Syria and Lebanon - ancient palaces from the Bronze Age, monumental colonnades, theaters and baths from the Greco-Roman period, venerable basilicas from early Byzantine times, intricately decorated Arab mosques and Quranic schools, as well as large khans as an Ottoman legacy. Travel Information: The Nelles Guide provides information at the end of each regional chapter about restaurants, transportation, attractions, and more.