From Damascus to Edessa Travelogue of a Visit to Syria and Turkey

A 2011 travelogue recounts the journey of fifteen scholars from Northern Europe and the United States through Syria and Turkey, revisiting ancient paths taken by merchants, geographers, intellectuals, and pilgrims. The expedition, led by Inga-Lill and Samuel Rubenson (Lund University), highlighted the enduring cultural and religious significance of Damascus, including its historic city walls linked to the Apostle Paul's escape, and the unique Aramaic-speaking Christian community in Ma'aloula. The study offers a firsthand account of Syria’s linguistic heritage, ancient churches, and pilgrimage sites, providing insights into the region's historical layers and living traditions.

Possekel, U. (2011). FROM DAMASCUS TO EDESSA TRAVELOGUE OF A VISIT TO SYRIA AND TURKEY. Hugoye: Journal of Syriac Studies, 12(1), 135–166. https://doi.org/10.31826/hug-2011-120107