Hotels in Raqqa
Abbasid capital on the Euphrates with the famous Baghdad Gate.
Raqqa
Raqqa was chosen by Caliph Harun al-Rashid as the second capital of the Abbasid Caliphate. Its famous Baghdad Gate and ancient walls tell the story of a glorious Islamic golden age.
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Raqqa is a historic city on the Euphrates River chosen by Harun al-Rashid as the second capital of the Abbasid Caliphate. It has important Islamic monuments.
The famous Baghdad Gate, the Abbasid city walls, Hisham's Palace, and the Euphrates River.
Raqqa is approximately 190km east of Aleppo, about 2.5 hours by car.
Yes, budget and mid-range hotels are available. Raqqa is a base for exploring Euphrates archaeological sites.
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