Historical Sites in the Middle East

Middle Eastern countries including Israel, Iraq, Syria, Saudi Arabia, were always a significant part of history dating back thousands of years ago even before Christ was born. This part of the Asian continent is known for having abundant sands of different types. Sands that have witnessed several empire, religious creations, and even the most brutal acts of mankind. The sands of the Middle East served as a battleground for blood baths hundreds of years ago and sadly, until present. Let us take a peak of some of the historical sites in Middle East before another war destroy it.

Bahrain Fort. It is a finely restored fort that lies right on the waterfront a backdrop of Manama skyline. The site has been occupied since 2300 BC, it was built by the Portuguese from the 16^th century. The ground of the fort is popular for daytime strolls and running at sunset. It’s considered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Red Security Prison, Iraq. AmneSuraka, in English, Red Security. This served as the northern headquarters of the Iraqi Intelligence Service during Saddam Hussain’s reign. Thousands of Kurds were imprisoned, tortured, and eventually killed by Saddam’s Special Forces. The building is obviously riddled with bullet holes and the courtyard is lined by various war relics. Today, the sadistic prison served as a museum and memorial for all the Kurds that were brutally tortured and murdered during Saddam’s regime.

Jerusalem, Israel. The holiest place on earth for Christians, Jews, and third holiest for Muslims after Mecca and Medina. The old town of Jerusalem is filled with historical and religious events. There are wonderful strange sites aside from the most-see Western Wall, Temple Mount with the Dome or Rock, and the churst of the Holy Sepulchre.

Martyr’s House, Kuwait. It’s a house-turned-museum in the middle of a residential area. The house was once used by the group of Kuwaiti freedom fighters against the Iraqi occupation on February 24, 1991. Some died during the fight, some got captured and tortured to dead, and the rest miraculously survived by hiding in the attic. It is a remnant that will give you an insight about how Kuwait was under the Gulf War.

Baalbek, Lebanon. This country was once part of the extensive Roman Empire thousands of years ago. As you can see, Baalbek town offer several magnificent Roman temples as a place for worship for the Roman gods and goddesses. It is where you can find the ruins of the Temple of Bacchus which is a bigger version of the Parthenon in Athens.

Apamea, Syria. A dense and serene set of Roman ruins. The ancient city was once populated by half a million and attracted prominent visitors like Cleopatra. Today, grassy surroundings and mountains in the distance make this site an escape from all the tragedy Damascus and other parts of Syria had endured. There are other historical sites in Syria that are feared to be destroyed due to endless conflicts in the country and it’s neighbors.

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