The Ancient City of Damascus

GPTKB entity

Statements (67)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:City
gptkbp:architectural_style Ottoman Architecture
Mamluk Architecture
gptkbp:artwork Traditional Crafts
gptkbp:climate Mediterranean Climate
gptkbp:cuisine Mediterranean Cuisine
gptkbp:cultural_diversity gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:cultural_events Art Exhibitions
gptkbp:cultural_heritage gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
Arab Heritage
gptkbp:cultural_influence Middle Eastern Culture
gptkbp:education_institution gptkb:University_of_Damascus
gptkbp:famous_dish Damascene Cuisine
gptkbp:famous_event gptkb:Damascus_International_Fair
gptkbp:famous_landmark gptkb:Islamic_Architecture
gptkb:Citadel_of_Damascus
gptkb:Al-Hamidiyah_Souq
gptkbp:founded_in Around 3000 BC
gptkbp:has_cultural_institution Cultural Centers
gptkbp:has_economy_based_on Trade and Tourism
gptkbp:has_famous_markets gptkb:Souk_Al-Hamidiyah
gptkbp:has_historical_building Roman Ruins
gptkbp:has_historical_significance gptkb:Byzantine_Empire
gptkb:Christianity
gptkb:Yes
World History
gptkbp:has_historical_trade_centers Markets
gptkbp:has_influence_on gptkb:Islamic_Architecture
Islamic Philosophy
gptkbp:has_population Approximately 1.7 million
gptkbp:has_public_transport Buses and Taxis
gptkbp:has_transport_link gptkb:Airport
gptkbp:historical_event gptkb:Crusades
gptkbp:historical_figures gptkb:Saladin
gptkb:Umayyad_Caliphs
gptkbp:historical_site gptkb:Saint_Paul’s_Church
Ancient City Walls
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Ancient City of Damascus
gptkbp:is_associated_with Christianity and Islam
gptkbp:is_connected_to gptkb:Silk_Road
gptkbp:is_famous_for gptkb:town
gptkbp:is_famous_for_desserts gptkb:Bajoran_people
gptkbp:is_famous_for_souvenirs Handmade Crafts
gptkbp:is_famous_for_spices gptkb:Za'atar
gptkbp:is_home_to Various Religious Communities
gptkbp:is_home_to_museums gptkb:National_Museum_of_Damascus
gptkbp:is_known_for gptkb:Umayyad_Mosque
gptkbp:is_known_for_literature Arabic Literature
gptkbp:is_known_for_religious_tolerance gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:is_known_for_textiles Silk Production
gptkbp:is_located_in gptkb:Syria
gptkbp:is_located_near gptkb:Barada_River
gptkbp:is_one_of_the_oldest_continually_inhabited_cities gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Damascus_Governorate
gptkbp:is_part_of_historical_trade_routes Spice Trade
gptkbp:is_surrounded_by gptkb:Mount_Qasioun
gptkbp:landmarks Gorges and Valleys
gptkbp:notable_artist gptkb:calligraphy
gptkbp:notable_residents gptkb:Nizar_Qabbani
gptkbp:notable_songs Traditional Arabic Music
gptkbp:performances Cafes and Restaurants
gptkbp:region Levant
gptkbp:sports_featured gptkb:Football_Matches
gptkbp:theater Traditional Puppet Shows
gptkbp:traditional_food Mezze
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Syrian_heritage_sites
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6