Hotels in As-Suwayda
Southern highland city in the Druze Mountain.
As-Suwayda
Sweida sits on the black basalt Jabal al-Arab and is home to the Roman city of Shahba — birthplace of Roman Emperor Philip the Arab — with stunning ancient mosaics.
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Sweida is a city in Jabal al-Arab (southern Syria) known for its vineyards, Roman ruins, and the authentic Druze hospitality.
The Roman city of Shahba (birthplace of Emperor Philip the Arab), Qanawat ruins, ancient mosaics, and vineyards.
Sweida is approximately 100km from Damascus, about 1.5 hours by car.
Spring and summer are ideal — summers are pleasant due to the mountain elevation. The grape harvest in autumn is a unique experience.
Stories and tips from the Syria guide to plan your visit.
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History & cultureAn empress from Homs, an emperor from Shahba and a Damascene architect of Trajan's Rome: the Syrians at the heart of the Roman Empire.
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