Visit the numerous sites in Latakia and know more about this splendid city while undertaking the Latakia Tours. Latakia is the capital of the Latakia Governorate and is an important port city. The city is also full of cultural and heritage sites. Latakia Tours feature various types of tours and activities.
Cultural Tours in Latakia
The Latakia Tours will take you on a splendid tour to visit the Tourist Attractions in Latakia. Through these tours you will have an idea of the city’s cultural, historic and natural heritage. These attractions are –
Qala'at Salah Ad-din,Latakia – This Syrian Attraction means "Saladin's Castle". It is one of three famous castles in Syria. During the Crusades the castle was called 'Saône' after Robert de Saône. While visiting this castle see the man-made canyon which is cut out of the rock. Alos see the 28 meter high freestanding needle which was used to support a drawbridge.
Ugarit (Ras Shamra), Latakia – Visit Ras Shamra which was known as Ugarit in ancient times. The city is in northern Syria on the Mediterranean coast. From the 7th millennium BC to 1300 BC, it was inhabited by a flourishing civilization.
For Sightseeing around Latakia do visit Jableh, a seaside town and Tel Sokas which is known for archaeological relics.
Activity Tours in Latakia
These Tours in Latakia feature visit to a number of shopping destinations. For Shopping in Latakia you can buy a range of traditional arts and crafts. The Souqs and Markets in Latakia are wonderful places for shopping. These palaces sell valuable articles to everyday items. You can buy traditional costumes, pieces of jewelry, engagement rings, necklaces, native crafts, exotic spices, handmade brocades, mosaic, precious metal accessories, bracelets, earrings, rings and wedding rings and hubbly bubblies.
Entertainment Tours in Latakia
A number of entertainment tours are included as part of Latakia Travel. Latakia Tours will take you to a number of Restaurants and Bars in Latakia. Enjoy delicious Syrian fares like falafel, shish kebab and stuffed zucchini. For entertainment the Tours of Latakia feature visits to various cultural performances and festivals. Travelers can also enjoy traditional music at the cafes where you can sip in Arabian coffee and munch on snacks.
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