The National Museum of Damascus
The National Museum of Damascus
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Moritz73
Paris, France183 contributions
Oct 2021
This is one of the great museums in the world, which, due to the circumstances, has not received as many visitors as it would have otherwise. On my part, it was an impressive experience to be able to return here for the first time in over 15 years. The museum displays artefacts representing the millennial history of Syria very clearly and attractively. Some of these artefacts are truly incredible and there are so many that several are displayed in the garden, which merits a visit itself. I hope that soon, many more people will be able to enjoy this astonishing place.
Written October 16, 2021
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jmweber
Mitterteich, Germany9 contributions
Jan 2022 • Friends
Guided tour of renovated classical section of the amazing museum! Going through Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine times left us in the impression we are far in the middle of these civilizations. Sciences, geography, Religious services, Jewelry, funeral rites, story telling in mosaics, war and wisdom.
A must for anybody who loves to learn for his journey in this world.
A must for anybody who loves to learn for his journey in this world.
Written January 16, 2022
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Aziz I
Dhaka Division, Bangladesh14 contributions
Jul 2012 • Business
I visited Syria in 2012 from 10 May - 22 August '12. Yes, indeed it was a very long visit. Yhe museum is located between Damarose and Four seasons hotel at Shoukry al-Qouwatly St, Damascus, Syria. Here you can sense the dawn of civilization....how it started. If my memory does not betray me, then you will be able to see old relics as old as 5000-10000 years and more beyond. the museum is not arranged in a very flambouyant style, but you can really see "history itself", much oldier than the Egyptian one. I liked lot of things there and also those were at times "eye openers" for me. I hope the authority will rearrange and decorate it more nicely once the fighting is over. The people of Syria are so friendly that you will like to stay there few more days. I loved them. I always pray to the Almighty that they are free from the curse of war. Thanks to all of you who read this review. (I hope to post some photos later)
Written March 28, 2013
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BeachSwaggie
Sydney, Australia248 contributions
May 2011 • Couples
Despite much of the museum being under renovation this is still a must see in Damascus. The collection has some truly incredible pieces from a place in the world that was central to the development of civilization. This is a collection thatndeserves much betterbpresentation and interpretation. Given the present problems in Syria it may well be some time before this happens but I would not hesitate to recommend this as a true highlight of Damascus.
Written November 5, 2011
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lokioki
Krakow, Poland27 contributions
The museum is located in the city center next to the old train station. The building is pretty nice and I advice to spend a minute and look at it from outside. The whole collection is spread over to wings. In the museum one can find a lot of exhibitions from the ancient times mostly form excavations throughout Syria. The are coupe of world class exhibitions (ie. collection from Palmyra). In the end of 2010 museum was under renovation an part of the exhibition was closed.
Written November 29, 2010
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eddnash
Detroit49 contributions
the wonderful thing about this muesum is how pervasive it is..it covers periods from the Neolithic age to Ottoman era...it was chosen in 2009 as one of best 10 world meuseums despite the old fashion way of exhibiting and mostly French interpretations and thats mainly due to the great value of the pieces
the must see stuff are:
1-Yarhai Palmyrian underground tomb..you have to ask for it to be open to you, since it is not open all the time especially off the high season..wonderful Palmyrian statues and sarcophagi showing the family love and every statue of every deceased.
2-The Dora Europos Synagogh, with its ancient colored frescoes close to 2000 years old
3- the First alphabet found on a small clay tablet from an ancient children school in Phenecian Ugharit on the mediterranean coast; of which all the greek and latin alphabets were later developed.
4-the facade of the museum which is the facade of the desert Western Hir palace which was transferred from the desert and reconstructed..its a great opportunity since its counterpart the Eastern Hir Palace ai even more perfect but due to distance tourits almost never get a chance to see.
4-the Mari Hall on the euphrates has beautiful rare art examples of the Sumerian era
5-the Ebla hall is an example of Amorite civilization art..and many others etc etc etc
Also..next door is the Ottoman Tekkia Suleimania with its art bazzar..you can take both in one day..enjoy
the must see stuff are:
1-Yarhai Palmyrian underground tomb..you have to ask for it to be open to you, since it is not open all the time especially off the high season..wonderful Palmyrian statues and sarcophagi showing the family love and every statue of every deceased.
2-The Dora Europos Synagogh, with its ancient colored frescoes close to 2000 years old
3- the First alphabet found on a small clay tablet from an ancient children school in Phenecian Ugharit on the mediterranean coast; of which all the greek and latin alphabets were later developed.
4-the facade of the museum which is the facade of the desert Western Hir palace which was transferred from the desert and reconstructed..its a great opportunity since its counterpart the Eastern Hir Palace ai even more perfect but due to distance tourits almost never get a chance to see.
4-the Mari Hall on the euphrates has beautiful rare art examples of the Sumerian era
5-the Ebla hall is an example of Amorite civilization art..and many others etc etc etc
Also..next door is the Ottoman Tekkia Suleimania with its art bazzar..you can take both in one day..enjoy
Written September 16, 2009
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alfonz79
Madrid, Spain96 contributions
Oct 2017
From its entrance related to the original facade of "Qaser el Kheir al Sharqi" till the amazing sinagoge inside of Doura Europous, it's amazing to discover this museum h Damascus !!! Remember that you are going to see here the first cuneiform alphabet of the WORLD founded in the city of Ugarit ( Latakia ) ✌🏼
Written October 2, 2017
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THOMASFROMDAMASCUS
Damascus, Syria3,741 contributions
Nov 2011 • Couples
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. You will be amazed at what you will see. My favorite room is the old Syrian Palace with all the woodwork's in place.
The only 'down-side' are the viewing cabinets which all seem to be antiques in them self! Do not let this distract you from viewing a great part of history!!
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. You will be amazed at what you will see. My favorite room is the old Syrian Palace with all the woodwork's in place.
The only 'down-side' are the viewing cabinets which all seem to be antiques in them self! Do not let this distract you from viewing a great part of history!!
Written December 13, 2011
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NicJBoston
Brookline, MA724 contributions
Over half the museum's display area is closed for reinstallation. Judging by the very poor labeling of the other exhibits this is long overdue. The synagogue is not viewable and there are piles of builder's debris by its entrance. On the day I went in October, tens of busloads of tourists were crammed into the few galleries open.
Written November 9, 2010
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HistoryWoman
London, Canada192 contributions
Not many people pay this place a visit and i wonder why
the museum is literaly full of gems and rare artifacts
just be prepared that it lacks appropriate organization and everything there is written in arabic ...
don't miss the synagogue and the islamic section
the museum is literaly full of gems and rare artifacts
just be prepared that it lacks appropriate organization and everything there is written in arabic ...
don't miss the synagogue and the islamic section
Written July 19, 2010
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