Damas, Syrie

The Syrian crisis does not prevent the continuation of the mosaics discoveries. Despite the severe crisis in Syria, works continue in archaeological sites that lead to more discoveries, especially in the field of mosaics. One of the most important of these discoveries are, mosaic pavements in the site of Berhlia, in Wadi Barda, the countryside of Damascus. The importance of these pavements comes from being the first of its kind found in the area of Damascus and its countryside, for its large size and the perfection of its paving, and because it carries many decorative and geometric formations, such as the rhombuses, arches and cross-squares that give a star shape. Another pavement discovered at the site of the prophet Hury (Cyrus), adorned the floor of a Roman house, which considered as one of the most beautiful pavements of the seasons of the year.

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Taghred Shaaban