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I offer students the opportunity of studying Arabic in Damascus, Syria. I work in partnership with tutors in Damascus, providing you with the chance to study Arabic and immerse yourself in the Syrian culture.
I provide:
- Arabic courses in Modern Standard Arabic, Syrian dialect, Media Arabic, Poetry, and Qur'anic Arabic
- Accommodation in the beautiful Old City of Damascus and the modern districts of Malki and Muhajereen
- Friendly, helpful, patient teachers
- Help with visa applications and extensions in Syria
- Advice and practical help for all other matters relating to living and studying in Syria.
- Advice regarding travelling to and around Syria
Damascus is one of the oldest cities in the world, yet it is most definitely not a museum. Life is lived amongst the ruins of Roman temples and in the courtyards of elegant mosques. Contrasts are everywhere – traditional tea houses compete with European-style cafes; in the market prayer beads jostle for space with plastic toys. Damascus boasts some of the world’s most important religious sites – the stunning Omayad Mosque dominates the OldCity, and the village of Ma’alula, where Aramaic is still spoken, is nearby.
In recent years Damascus has become a hotspot for Arabic learning, with a large student community from all over the world. There are now a few night clubs in the Old City, and many internet cafes. Alternatively, students can relax in a more traditional way, by taking a trip to the hammam (Turkish baths). The cost of living is cheap by British and American standards, so visitors can take advantage of the many restaurants serving Middle Eastern cuisine. A pleasant evening can be spent relaxing in a café on Mount Qassioun, overlooking Damascus.
An excellent bus service connects Damascus to all the important historical and cultural sites of Syria, making it easy to visit the Roman ruins of Palmyra, the bustling markets of Aleppo and the beaches of Lattakia. Syria is well-placed for those wishing to visit
the rest of the Middle East. Lebanon and Jordan are just a few hours drive away, and Egypt and Iran can be reached with a short flight.
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