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Aleppo was heavily impacted during the Syrian war, but what about the soul of the city today? In this video, we explore daily life in Aleppo and meet the people who continue to shape its spirit. Walking through the streets, I was met with incredible hospitality, strangers offered gifts, refused payment, and welcomed me with genuine warmth. Beyond its history and destruction, Aleppo reveals something deeper: a city rich in diversity and coexistence. As you walk through its neighborhoods, you hear Islamic chants echoing through the streets while church bells ring in the background, a powerful reminder of the city’s layered identity and enduring culture. Join us on this trip through one of the oldest cities on earth 🎬

0:00 Intro

2:12 Gifts from strangers

17:30 Aleppo Souq

20:00 Syria Safety

23:20 Aleppo Soap Factory

25:36 Aleppo Old Town

28:49 Christian Quarter