Travel bucket list idea:
Aleppo, Aleppo Governorate, Syria
|
This sprawling citadel is one of the largest and oldest castles in the world – records of its existence in some form date back to 3,000 BC.
Over the centuries, it’s been home to multiple civilisations, including the Greeks, Byzantines, Ottomans and Romans, and has survived multiple invasions and wars, including the recent battle of Aleppo (2012-2016).
Highlights today include the imposing stone entrance bridge, the Ayyubid Palace and the ancient Hammam.
Round-ups that include this experience
Multiple countries
The great civilisations of the past have left a legacy of constructions that still stand out and inspire. Built without the wonders of 20th-century technology, many are also monumental feats of engineering; others offer such grace and beauty, that they’ll literally take your breath away.
Multiple countries
Throughout human history vast empires have risen and fallen into ruin, their culture and customs lost to the sands of time. Thankfully, some outstanding examples remain. Here’s our round-up of the best.
