Syrian Countryside – Mountains. V. Kafra
December 22, 2007 2 Comments
قرية كفرا في وادي النصارى جانب دير مارجرجس
Syrian Coastal Mountains. Nasara Valley
May 16, 2006 Leave a comment
This area is one of Syria’s beautiful natures with its specific colors. Maybe not the greenest part of Syria, but still colorful, and interesting.
Wadi Nasara, has not much forests like Kesab (east and north Lattakia region), but the regino is full of historical sites, and different cultural groups.
This is the southern point in Wadi Nasara, just near to autostrade Homs-Tartous. Green hills and plains, bearing the products of the work of people. Here the altitude is some 500m. As the road continues, you go northward to the resorts of the area.
Wadi Nasara
May 15, 2006 1 Comment
Coming back from Mashta Hlou you come to this point where Lebanon mountains also are seen. Here is panoramic view. We met during the drive tents of gypsies, camping here and there. The area is full of fruit trees. Also don’t forget the resort towns, famous for their summer entertaining destinations. 
The Different Colors Of Mashta Al-Hlou Scene
December 4, 2005 Leave a comment
The square, in the middle of the town.
Wadi Al-Nasara وادي النصارى
July 9, 2005 4 Comments
Wadi Al-Nasara is found on the border with Labanon, around Homs, the area extending to the south coast of Syria.
It contains the famous KraK De Chevaliers, and Der mar Georges, and many other historic sites.
Inhabited mostly by christians, and maybe the naming is because of it, but as in all Syria, people of different religous and ethnic groups are living together. Hence this is very characteristic of Syria.
These pictures are from my latest trip to this region.
See below Safita and Mashta Hlou.
Click on each to see the full pics. They are suitable for wallpapers if you wish to have it because they are in 800×600 px size.
I Have Just Come Back From Mashta Hlou
July 9, 2005 1 Comment
Mashta hlou is derived from a Assyrian word (oshti), and means land with many springs, or the other word (mashto) which means fresh spring. And both are true.
Mashta hlou is located in the syrian coast mountainous area, at altitude 700m.
There are important destinations, as Jabal Al-sayyide, Dawwayat cave, Arous spring, and Dalbe tree (the pic).
Now there are many touristic entertaining facilities, even swimming pools, cafes, restaurants, games, and many other things.
