Aleppo guide: an unmatched kitchen and souks coming back to life
Syrians like to say you don’t really know Syrian food until you’ve eaten in Aleppo. It is the city of the citadel, covered souks and khans, and one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world.
At Syria Finds we document the Aleppo places we visit ourselves: kibbeh and grill restaurants, sweet shops and pistachio sellers, and souks and khans, many of them coming back to life after restoration.
What is Aleppo known for?
Ancient City of Aleppo
A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986, with historic lanes, houses and mosques.
Citadel of Aleppo
A massive fortress on a hill at the centre of the city and one of the best-known castles in the Middle East.
The covered souks
One of the longest covered market networks in the world; restored sections are reopening.
The khans
Such as Khan al-Wazir and Khan al-Sabun — reminders of Aleppo’s place on the great trade routes.
Aleppo laurel soap
Made with olive and laurel oil — one of the best-known things visitors take home.
What to eat in Aleppo
Aleppine cooking is among the richest in the region: dozens of kinds of kibbeh, kebab with sour cherries, muhammara made with Aleppo pepper, and Aleppo pistachios in the sweets. The city’s grill and mezze traditions are worth the trip on their own.
What we’re documenting in Aleppo
- Restaurants & street food
- Heritage cafés
- Khans & landmarks
- Guesthouses
FAQ
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How do you choose places in Aleppo?
Our team visits every place in person and films it before publishing. Nothing goes into the guide without a visit.
I know a great place in Aleppo. How do I suggest it?
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