As well as an in depth knowledge of the great Syrian cities of Damascus, Aleppo, Hamah, Homs, Deir Resur, Latakia etc., Hussein has studied the history and details of all the major sites of historical importance in Syria. Among these are:
Palmyra
Crak des Chevalier
Apamea
St Simeon
Ebla
Mallula
Deir ez Zur
Castle of Saladin
Bosra
Ugarit
Others
Palmyra. fabled ruined desert city of Queen Zenobia
The tomb of Saladin, Damascus
Typical street in the old city of Damascus
In addition he has specialised knowledge of the history and extant sites connected with famous personalities such as:
Jane Digby el Mezrab
Sir Richard Francis Burton
T.E. Lawrence (of Arabia)
Agatha Christie
The grave of Jane Digby in Damascus
Jane Digby
   It is a feature of Hussein's tours that he takes clients to places not known about by other guides, and introduces visitors to the culture of Syria and its people in a very personal way. He has an extensive knowledge of good cafes and restaurants all over the country where visitors can experience the authentic Syrian experience, and meet Syrian people (he is also fully aware of the needs of European visitors in respect of reliable food and water supplies). These features of interest are not necessarily in guide books, but for example would include visits to places where you can see/experience:
Silk weavers using looms hundreds of years old
Cosmetics made from traditional products such as Royal jelly, rose water and flower distillations and precious natural oils
Turkish baths can be arranged for groups wanting complete privacy
Camel tours/Bedouin type camping experiences in the desert
Personal tours of the souks with help in shopping
Children at the Aleppo Citadel
Souk al Hamediyeh, Damascus
Old Damascus
Spice Souk Damascus
Click on the following link for an account of a tour by one of Hussein's clients:

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