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Exhibition

Damascus through the lens

One hundred and forty years of photography

An exhibition tracing the evolution of Damascus through rare photographs, from the first images taken by pioneers of photography in the Middle East to the present day.

Date
Location
Grand exhibition hall
Curator
Dr Layla Issa

The exhibition is divided into four themes: the Old City, new neighbourhoods, daily life, and celebrations and ceremonies.

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