Today, while my visit to Syria continues, we are coming to the city of Hama. We came to Hama with his dear friend, basketball player Kemal Canpolat in the Al Wahda Damascus team. It was really nice to travel with their team bus as he also had a match here.
Watermills were the structures that particularly impressed me in Hama. These mills are 2000 years old and date back to the Roman period. We also met many warm-blooded Syrian friends in the city. I cannot help but say that Hama is among the most beautiful cities I have ever seen.
About Hama:
Hama (Arabic: حماه, meaning citadel) The ancient city, also known as the “city of watermills”, is Syria's fourth largest city.
Hama is a city in one of the central regions of Syria. Hama, whose history dates back to ancient times, has an important cultural and historical background. The city came under the rule of various civilizations such as Arabs, Seljuks and Ottomans during the Middle Ages.
The most important symbol of Hama is a large waterfront in the center of the city. This waterfront is famous for its traditional water wheels called Norias. Norias are large wooden wheels used to lift water and are a characteristic feature of the city.
However, in addition to the historical and cultural riches of Hama, the city is also one of the places negatively affected by the Syrian civil war. The civil war that has been going on in Syria since 2011 also affected Hama and clashes took place in the city. This situation caused great damage to the infrastructure of the city and led to the damage of many historical buildings.
While Hama is known as one of Syria's touristic cities worth visiting, the tourism sector has been greatly affected by the civil war. However, in recent years, it is observed that the security situation has improved and some tourists have started to visit again.
In addition to the cultural and historical heritage of Hama, other important places to visit in the city include Hama Castle, Ulu Mosque, Aziziye Mosque and Mamure Palace. Hama is also known for its surrounding natural beauty and is located by the Orontes River.
Although Hama was heavily affected by the war, it is an important city that reflects Syria's historical and cultural heritage. However, even though it has gone through a difficult period due to the civil war, the city still remains an attractive destination for tourists.
Sponsored by Fatih Koparan Just English Language Schools (www.justenglis...​), we are in Hama, Syria!
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