PALMYRA

Here are Palmyra’s most prominent tourist attractions, presented in seven lines:

1. The Great Colonnade – The city’s main 1.1‑km ceremonial avenue lined with hundreds of towering Corinthian columns.
2. Temple of Bel – The largest and holiest sanctuary, blending ancient Semitic and Greco‑Roman architecture.
3. The Tetrapylon – A monumental four‑cluster column group marking a key intersection, known for its symmetry.
4. Roman Theatre – A small but well‑preserved theater with an ornate stage wall and desert backdrop.
5. Valley of the Tombs – Iconic tower‑shaped funerary structures, including the Tower of Elahbel.
6. Agora – The ancient caravan marketplace with inscriptions recording trade caravans and customs.
7. Palmyra Castle (Fakhr‑al‑Din Castle) – A medieval fortress on a hilltop offering panoramic views of the entire ruin field.