Rebuilding Aleppo: Syria's war-torn economic capital enjoys gradual rebirth
Summary
Aleppo, Syria's economic capital, was heavily damaged during fighting from 2012 to 2016 and by a 2023 earthquake. Reconstruction efforts are now underway, focusing on historic buildings and markets, with traders returning and the city's famous citadel reopened to visitors.Key Facts
- Aleppo experienced intense fighting between government and rebel forces from 2012 to 2016.
- A 2023 earthquake caused additional severe damage to Aleppo’s old city.
- Around 60% of Aleppo’s historic souks, a UNESCO World Heritage site, were badly damaged or destroyed.
- The city’s streets once had about 4,000 shops and 50 caravanserai inns.
- Reconstruction work is actively taking place, especially on historic monuments.
- Traders are gradually returning to reopen businesses.
- Aleppo’s famous citadel has been restored and reopened to the public.
- The rebuilding aims to bring life back to Syria’s war-affected economic center.
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