Cyrrhus

Cyrrhus is an ancient settlement near Aleppo that spans two plateaus separated by river gorges. The ruins show remains of a theater, temples, churches, fortified walls, and two stone bridges crossing the Afrin.

The city was founded around 300 BCE by Seleucus I Nicator and developed into an important military and trading center. It lay on a trade route between Antioch and the Euphrates and played a key role in the Hellenistic world.

The site contains remains of multiple religious structures, including temples dedicated to Zeus and churches built around the tombs of Saints Cosmas and Damian.

The site lies about 70 kilometers northwest of Aleppo near the Turkish border and is accessible by local roads. Visitors should bring walking shoes and water as the area is rural with uneven terrain.

The two Roman bridges from the 2nd century are still used by locals today and remain remarkably well-preserved. These functioning ancient structures show the solid construction of Roman engineering.

Location: Aleppo Governorate

GPS coordinates: 36.74417,36.95917

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44