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Beit al Kamar is a newly-renovated
17th Century traditional Damascus villa centrally
located within the bustling corridors of the Old City of
Damascus. Nestled within the heart of Quemarieh between the
Omayyad Mosque, Bab Touma churches, roman ruins, and various
artisan and craftsman ateliers; this residence provides an
elegant and inspiring sanctuary for fellow artists and
seasoned travelers.
Location and Neighborhood:
Quaimarieh is a picturesque
neighborhood composed of cobblestone alleyways and corridors
hidden amidst the ancient city walls. This area features a
mélange of local folklore as the streets are lined with
shops that boast lavish textiles, hand-blown bohemian glass,
traditional crafts, and Bedouin jewelry. Stone oven
bakeries, sweetshops, fresh juice vendors, and open-air
restaurants provide travelers with the flavors of
Mediterranean cuisine.
The building:
Beit
Al Kamar is a traditional 2 story villa with a central open
courtyard and fountain. All the rooms overlook the courtyard
tiled with Marble Mosaics. The ground floor is primarily for
lounging and entertaining as it provides guests with a
spacious stone and Marble guest room, an outdoor
lounge area beneath a domed rooftop (the Liwan
in Arabic), an intimate living room, and a sleek gourmet
kitchen and dining room which feature a three story skylight
and view to the outside courtyard. All rooms are air
conditioned.
The second floor features three
private and secluded bedrooms and two bathrooms. The rooms
are connected by narrow balconies and marble hallways which
face the open courtyard and lead to a fourth floor terrace
which provides a full rooftop view of Damascus.
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