Palmyra Travel Guide

Palmyra's Cultural Legacy: Understanding Syria's Ancient Pearl of the Desert

Standing amid the honey-colored columns of Palmyra as the setting sun bathes them in golden light remains one of the most profound moments in my...

Palmyra's Ancient Wonders: Understanding Syria's Cultural Heritage in Context

Standing before the Temple of Bel—or rather, what remains of it—I'm struck by the profound silence that blankets Palmyra's ancient stones. The golden hour light...