Qasr ibn Wardan

The architectural complex spans across multiple structures, including a palace, church, and military barracks situated in the Syrian Desert.

The palace complex was constructed between 561 and 564 CE under Byzantine Emperor Justinian I as part of defensive fortifications against the Sassanid Empire.

The palace design incorporates architectural elements from Constantinople, with alternating bands of black basalt and yellow brick across its southern facade.

The archaeological site stands 60 kilometers northeast of Hama city, positioned at an elevation of 394 meters above sea level.

The marble columns and capitals used in construction were transported from Apamea, while basalt materials came from distant northern regions.

Location: Hama Governorate

Architectural style: Byzantine architecture

GPS coordinates: 35.36667,37.23333

Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15