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    Damascus Summer Encounter 2008

    Photos from the 2008 Damascus Summer Encounter.

    There are 33 images in this gallery.

    Last updated: Mon, 11/30/2009 - 16:24

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    Damascus Summer Encounter 2009

    Photos from the 2009 Damascus Summer Encounter.

    There are 35 images in this gallery.

    Last updated: Mon, 11/30/2009 - 16:18

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    Volunteer Opportunities

    Photos from participant volunteer opportunities.

    There are 14 images in this gallery.

    Last updated: Mon, 11/30/2009 - 16:13

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Facts About Damascus

  • Damascus is believed to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world.
  • Shi'ia Muslims make pilgrimages to Damascus to several important mosques.
  • Saint Paul was converted to Christianity "on the road to Damascus".
  • The largest restaurant in the world is located in Damascus (according to the Guinness Book of World Records).
  • The old city of Damascus has seven gates or main entrances.