Bosra is a sleeper. Practically unknown outside of Syria and underappreciated at home, the city is surprisingly majestic. The main square is among the country’s nicest, surrounded by historic buildings and blessed with a Unesco-protected Roman theatre. The evocative central streets are dotted with beautiful churches, testament to the city’s long history as a bastion of the Syrian Orthodox church. Explore the foundations of ancient Bosra Castle at the must-see National Museum, then head for one of the city’s many cafes, fuelled by the thousands of students who attend university here. Don’t forget to try the food, Bosra is famous for its falafel.
Average temperatures during the day in Bosra.