The Illuminated Souls of Sham: Shaykh Shukri al-Luhafi
A guide to Shaykh Shukri al-Luhafi of Damascus, the master calligrapher and Shadhili guide who served water at gatherings of dhikr, and where he…
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Old City
Old Damascus and Souk al-Hamidiyah: A First-Time Visitor’s Guide to the Old City
A guide to the UNESCO-listed Old City of Damascus, Souk al-Hamidiyah and Straight Street, with the walk from the gates to the Umayyad Mosque.
Where to Eat in Old Damascus: A Guide to Damascene Food Culture
Classic Damascene food and the historic eateries near the Umayyad Mosque, from Bakdash's booza to the etiquette of a Damascene table.