Hauran

The Hauran is a volcanic plateau in southern Syria. It also includes the capital, Damascus. Cities Damascus — the capital and oldest continuously inhabited city in the world. Deraa — an ancient city on the Jordanian border Other destinations Bosra — a Roman city in southern Syria close to the Jordan frontier noted for the use of black basalt stones and its well preserved theatre Der Mar Musa — not a tourist site, but an active christian monastery actively promoting Islamic/Christian dialogue. Welcomes Christians and followers of other religious traditions. It is 80 km north of Damascus. Understand Talk Get in Get around See Itineraries Do Eat Drink Stay safe Get out This article is an outline and needs more content. It has a template, but there is not enough information present. Please plunge forward and help it grow!