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Ancient Damascus Lives On At Biblical Pace
Damascus, the ancient capital of Syria now part of the United Arab Republic, remains one of the oldest inhabited cities. Nestled by the Barada River, it sustains rich agriculture but bears ruins from centuries of conquests, with a Roman viaduct still visible as life continues in a timeless rhythm.
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