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Aleppo is now Syria’s second biggest city. It has had a major role in the development of Syria’s trade especially in the early nineties. It remains a popular city for tourists who like to visit the Citadel and the Middle East’s longest covered souk. It is also famous for its architecture and intricate stonework. The Citadel is located on a partly man-made hill, about 50 metres above the city. This site makes it difficult for archaeologists to dig, but it would be surprising if settling traces there didn’t reach back to the neolithic ages. The present citadel was built in the late 13th century and replaced the older one, which was destroyed by the Mongols.

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Dinan is a most attractive walled towns in France, 75 m above the river Rance. Dinan is a magical, sometimes mystical, well restored, well preserved, walled medieval town, complete with imposing ramparts, towers and a Castle. It’s full of art, history and wonderful buildings – so allow at least a full days visit or even better, stay overnight and enjoy some of its many restaurants, bars and cafes. A beautiful half timbered 15th century house ideally situated in the breath-taking rue du Petit Fort. This delightful, cobbled, traffic-free street is regarded by many as the most picturesque in all of Dinan. It links the old port with the heart of the captivating medieval town. The house is full of character with beams and a large ancient fireplace.

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