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proposed by the governor of the neighborhood that there
should be a minaret for the Muslim population living here
so that they can hear the call to prayer (ezan).
Across from the minaret lies Narenj Restaurant, residents
of the neighborhood come here to dine and gaze out onto
the spectacular view. It is indisputable that Narenj serves
the best humus, tabouli, and salad in Damascus. For a
main course, try Narenj’s meat or chicken with bulgur,
it’s to die for. Narenj is also one of the few restaurants in
Damascus that serves alcohol; try Syrian rak›, called
“arak”. Naturally, after dinner, you’ll be offered different
assortments of fruits and even a Turkish coffee.
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The Azem Palace in Damascus is an architectural wonder.
Built during the Ottoman Empire for the governor of
Damascus, it is now one of the greatest architectural
sights to see in the city. Behind Azem Palace you can since
the Al-Dar Restaurant and even though the restaurant’s
menu is said to be an international one, the cuisine is
more European (similar to French and Italian cuisine);
there is live music on certain days of the week.
fiam’da, sokak sat›c›lar›ndan lüks restoranlara, geleneksel Suriye mutfa¤›ndan
uluslararas› tatlara hemen her çeflit yemek seçene¤i bulmak mümkün.
During your visit to Damascus, the city’s endless options will be sure to satisfy any
craving. From luxurious restaurants to traditional Syrian dishes, and rows of street
vendors selling every kind of item imaginable, Damascus is a top destination.
By way of the Ottomans
Due to the many years that Damascus was under Ottoman
rule, the city center shows evidence of Ottoman influence.
Going towards old Damascus from Musee National, you
can see the Süleymaniye madrasah, completed with the
help of Mimar Sinan. Once you pass that, you’ll see cute,
touristic shops along the streets. The shop owners love to
hear Turkish, so start talking! They even love to talk
about Ibrahim Tatl›ses, who has given multiple performances
in Syria. The madrasah is currently being restored
by the Turkish and Syrian government, and many sections
are currently closed. However, there is a chance that you
might get to see one of the Ottoman dynasty’s resting
place, holding approximately 18 graves, including the
grave of the Sultan Vahdeddin. Just tell the guard that
you’re Turkish or starting speaking in Turkish and you
might get a chance to sneak in! Another attraction to see,
left over from the Ottoman Empire, is the Hicaz Train
Station, which is located within walking distance from the
Süleymaniye madrasah. This train station was built to
transport those who were traveling to Mecca; the station
is small but pleasant and one of the more useful things
left over from the Ottomans. The interior of the station is
done in wood with engravings and different painting
techniques. It was used up until 2000, and now displays
photographs inside from when the station was used and
the many journeys it has gone on.
Since you’ve come all the way to Damascus, you can’t
leave without trying Falafel, and not to fret, it won’t be
an extra expense at all. To eat a good Falafel all you need
to do is go to one of the many stands in the city, since it’s
pretty much what everyone eats here; you rarely find a
stand that sells bad Falafel. Wrapped in thin toasted
tortilla bread, filled with humus, tomatoes, cucumbers,
and mint, you’re sure to become a fan after one bite.