Scenarios about 'Damascus'
Damascus is one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, serving as the capital of Syria with a history spanning over 11,000 years. This ancient metropolis was a crucial center along the Silk Road, known for its cultural significance in Islamic, Roman, and Byzantine periods, and has been ruled by numerous empires throughout history. In alternate history scenarios, Damascus often features as a pivotal point for divergent Middle Eastern political developments, religious history variations, or as a center of power in alternate caliphates and empires.
What If Damascus Developed Differently Without Civil War?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Syria avoided civil war in 2011, allowing Damascus to develop as a Middle Eastern cultural and economic hub rather than suffering devastating conflict.