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Al-Dahsha Noria

The Wonder Noria, Al-Dahsha Wheel

Intermittently RotatingNorth of the Citadel
Location

On the Orontes bank at Umm Al-Hassan Park adjacent to extended archaeological stone arches.

Surroundings

Orontes RiverUmm Al-Hassan ParkPedestrian BridgeAl-Dahsha Arches
Historical evolution

Named 'The Wonder' by medieval travelers amazed by its precision engineering and brisk lifting action despite its compact size.

Folk stories

Poetic verses and popular romances composed around the soothing murmurs of its sparkling cascades.

Social life

Historically: Supplying royal orchards and pleasure grounds. Currently: Meditative and recreational retreat.