ahencyclopedia:PLACES IN THE ANCIENT WORLD: Palmyra (Syria) PALMYRA (also known as Tadmor) is mentio
ahencyclopedia:PLACES IN THE ANCIENT WORLD: Palmyra (Syria) PALMYRA (also known as Tadmor) is mentioned frequently in the news, as the so-called Islamic State is advancing on this ancient gem of a ruined city in Syria. The formerly prosperous metropolis of Palmyra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with good reason. From 44 BCE -272 CE, the city became a wealthy trade centre at the crossroads between Roman, Greek, and Persian cultures. Located in an oasis in the Syrian desert along key trade routes across the ancient world, it was an important hub for trade, and many caravans passed through this city, increasing its wealth. Its architecture and arts reflects the mix of styles and economic wealth. Read MoreInfo by Jan van der Crabben on Ancient History Encyclopedia. Photos belong to their respective owners -- source link