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July, 2016

  • 16 July

    Theatrical, musical, and dance performances by children at Tishreen Park

    Damascus, SANA – Nearly 100 children participated in the “Tune of Life” concert organized by Nour Relief and Development Association at the amphitheatre in Tishreen Park in Damascus. The event, …

  • 14 July

    The ancient Tell Taban in Hasaka sustained damage due to terrorist acts, says Antiquities Dept.

    Damascus, SANA – A team of the Directorate General of Antiquities and Museums (DGAM) said the ancient Tell Taban site in the northeastern Hasaka province sustained significant damage due to …

  • 14 July

    Hungarian archeological mission starts restoration works at Krak des Chevaliers Castle

    Homs, SANA – A Hungarian archeology mission, in cooperation with Syrian archeologists, started restoration works at Krak des Chevaliers Castle in the western countryside of Homs province. The mission is …

  • 11 July

    Entertainment and cultural activities in “A Child’s Smile” Festival in Lattakia

    Lattakia, SANA – The 3rd edition of ” A Child’s Smile” Festival, organized by the Family of Child Theater Association, witnessed a wide variety of entertainment shows and cultural activities …

June, 2016

  • 27 June

    Actor Hassan Younes passes away

    Damascus, SANA – Syrian actor Hassan Younes passed away on Monday following a struggle with disease. He was 73. The late actor’s son-in-law Ali Marouf told SANA that Younes had …

  • 26 June

    The 3rd phase of “I belong to” initiative held in Parma, Italy

    Warsaw, SANA_ The third phase of “I Belong to” initiative was held Saturday in the Italian city of Parma, for the restoration of Syrian heritage sites that has been destroyed by terrorist organizations …

  • 25 June

    Woodcarving forum dedicated to Palmyra begins activities in Tartous

    Tartous, SANA – A woodcarving forum titled “Palmyra: Gate of the Sun” began its activities on Saturday evening in the town of Naqib in Tartous province, with the participation of …

  • 16 June

    “Far East’s Walis…Unknown legends in the far reaches of the globe”, new book on the spread of Islam in Malay Archipelago

    Damascus, SANA – ‘Far East’s Walis…Unknown legends in the far reaches of the globe’ a historical novel written by Dr. Bashar al-Jaafari which relates how Islam spread in Malay Archipelago, …

  • 15 June

    Culture Ministry announces winners of 2016 Appreciation State Award

    Damascus, SANA – The Culture Ministry announced on Wednesday the winners of 2016 Appreciation State Award, which is awarded for distinguished figures in the world of art and literature in …

  • 14 June

    Exhibition of “Vision… Palmyra after Liberation” opened at Damascus University

    Damascus, SANA – An exhibition entitled “Vision… Palmyra after Liberation” was opened Tuesday at the Faculty of Architecture, Damascus University, in the presence of Vice President Dr. Najjah al-Attar. The …