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Historic Houses of Hama, Syria

Historic Houses of Hama

Courtyards by the river

Hama · Hama

Overview

Hama retains Ottoman-era courtyard houses near the river, several of them restored and used as museums or cultural venues, with decorated reception rooms.

Why visit

  • Restored courtyard architecture
  • Riverside old-town setting
  • Local museum collections

Matched by proximity, category and historical era.

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