A Christian town in Syria keeps the biblical language of Aramaic alive. But it fears for its future
Maaloula is one of the world's few places where residents still speak Aramaic, the language that Jesus is believed to have used. The town is also home to Syria's two oldest active monasteries. But ...
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Experts call for restoration of Syria’s heritage sites, including the Roman ruins at Palmyra
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Syria's sects: delicate mix for its new Islamist leaders
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Will tourists wanting rich culture and warm hospitality ever return to Syria?
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Worst violence in years in Syria revives fears among minority Alawite and Christian communities
The question asked by many Syrians from Alawite, Shiite, Druse, Christian and other minority communities has become: “Can [I] ...
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Preserving Assyria explores the preservation of cultural heritage in post-conflict Iraq
a very important ruler of ancient Syria. These were surprised to everyone they were really supposed to be there." Visitors ...
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A Christian town in Syria keeps the biblical language of Aramaic alive. But it fears for its future
MAALOULA, Syria — Church bells echoed across the rocky slopes of this ancient Syrian town on a cold Sunday morning. But few families remained. Maaloula is one of the world’s few places where ...
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A Christian town in Syria keeps the biblical language of Aramaic alive. But it fears for its future
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...