`Afrin Travel Guide

 
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Explore `Afrin

Things to Do  

Islamic Shrines zarat in Kurdish in Afrin

Islamic Shrines zarat in Kurdish in Afrin, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Islamic Shrines zarat in Afrin and surrounding Afrin packed shrines and places that have the status of sanctification and in some villages more than a shrine or a sacred place. The shrine is usually a building archaeological past, or a waste at the edge of the village, or a... 

Ain Dara Afrin Aleppo Syria in Kurdish An Dari

Ain Dara Afrin Aleppo Syria in Kurdish An Dari, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  عين دارة Ain Dara Afrin Syria in Kurdish An DariAin Dara Temple in the North of Syria Aleppo Ain Dara archaeological is located west of the village Ain dara current distance of 1 / / km. And a distance / / 5 km south of the city of... 

Transportation  

Hitchhiking

Hitchhiking, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Hitchhiking is possible and easy in Syria.It might be wise to learn at least some basic Arabic when you are in arabic region or Kurdish when you in Kurdish areas.to communicate with locals. Not many people speak more English.you may find young who speak Russia or French... 

No stops for minibuses(van)

No stops for minibuses(van), `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Be aware that there no stops for minibus (van) except the main station or the start point,you can stop it by rasing your hand,or giving a sign that you want to stop it and when you are on board you can also ask the driver wherever you want.No ticket required You pay cash... 

Local Customs  

Internet and Netcafes

Internet and Netcafes, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  InternetSyrians has easy and cheap internet access. Internet is very common around the cities at internet cafes. since the Syrian upraising and crisis that started january 2011 most of Facebook and YouTube have been blocked and monitored but there are still some websites... 

Mate (mati) drink

Mate  (mati) drink, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Mate in Arabic (mati)is south American drink but very popular drink in Syria,Is drunk with Massasa (strow )and hot water.Those who share the mate join in a kind of bond of total acceptance and friendship.some of the benefits of drinking yerba mate tea.1. Rich in... 

Kurdish cuisine (Afrini)

Kurdish cuisine (Afrini), `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Dairy products:Here are some Afrini products with their meaning in Kurdish as well:Home-made butter, cheese, yoghurt Musti Kamundi (Kurdish)both types Kolelik,: liqueurs Ajeeni the milk into small balls and dried in a warm sun, and kept in the oil.Za'atar: Dried thyme and... 

Some Syrian Mezze (starters ) or for breakfast

Some Syrian Mezze (starters ) or for breakfast, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  MAGDOUSIngredientsEggplantsSweet red pepper pasteCrushed walnutsOlive oilSaltSliced garlic (optional)The stuffingMix together the sweet red pepper paste with the crushed walnuts and the garlic.MOUHAMMARAIngredients100 gr. bread crumbs50 gr. sweet red pepper paste10 gr.... 

Warnings and Dangers  

Bargaining or haggling

Bargaining or haggling, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Be aware that haggling down the price of any thing you buy,The seller,vendor mostly raise the price because the vendor knows very well the buyer will try to haggle it down. It is part of the culture,cloth,taking a taxi,souveniurs,even the hotel price...etc from 20% to 40%.Do... 

Israeli stamp on your passport

Israeli stamp on your passport, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Be aware that you wont be allowed to enter Syria if you have Syria Israeli stamp on your passport.Also do not mention Israel while you are in Syria 

Tourist Traps  

when is best time to visit Syrian (Afrin)

when is best time to visit Syrian (Afrin), `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  When is the best time to visit Syria?- The best time to visit Syria is spring or autumn, as the temperature is in the mild mid 20s. Winter is too cold and Summer is probably too hot for all but the most hardy traveler, add to that frequent electricity and water shortages... 

ATM points in Aleppo

ATM points in Aleppo, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Aleppo ATM select area Status ATM Name ATM Address NumberService Alintag souk Alantag souk-Almuhafaza faoboug 1Service Building road copmpany Salah Aldeen St-Rodko building 1Service Shihan hospital Shihan-Teshreen St 1Service Agriculture Department Aleppo city- Alzeraa Squre... 

What to Pack  

Cloth

Cloth, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:   Bear in mind that in winter it is cold,and in summer it is hot.so you will need a winter jacket etc.In summer you can wear short ans T-shirts or copy the locals and wear galabeya 

Money

Money, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:   Money :Bear in mind travel cheques are not accepted in Afrin and surrounding ,and also If i remember well there is NO exchange offices around there.and Locals will hardly or do not accept foreign currency, be prepped to use local currency when purchasing something. 

Off The Beaten Path  

A day trip to Kafer safra

A day trip to Kafer safra, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Kafersafra ßÝÜÑ ÕÝÜÑÉ a day trip Is a village on the mountain ,distance is about 5 KL from Jenders 18 KM from Afrin, the province of and 80 KL from Aleppo.A large village has a round 450 houses, located at the end of the slope of the southern block of Mount Kurds, and away... 

Off beaten path Bazaar

Off beaten path Bazaar, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Was created bazaar in the town of Afrin in 1927 on Wednesday of each week for the market bazaar, where he was its old in the northern part of the municipal headquarters of the current is the sale and exchange of goods and things necessary for the people of the city In... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Hiking and climbing

Hiking and climbing, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  you hike and climbe Lilon Mountain nearby Afrin,and soak your self into breath-taking nature of Afrin and surounding. Comfertable shoes. 

stroll wander around olive or pine trees

stroll wander around olive or pine trees, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  strolling around and taking a look at the hills and plains is breath taking,with these olives trees around and pine and oak trees is enough sport and pretty healthy. Bring your self . 

Favorites  

Hitchhiking

Hitchhiking, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  Hitchhiking is possible and easy in Syria.It might be wise to learn at least some basic Arabic when you are in arabic region or Kurdish when you in Kurdish areas.to communicate with locals. Not many people speak more English.you may find young who speak Russia or French... 

ATM points in Aleppo

ATM points in Aleppo, `Afrin

 Robin020 Says:  As far as I know no ATM points in Afrin.Aleppo ATM points select area Status ATM Name ATM Address NumberService Alintag souk Alantag souk-Almuhafaza faoboug 1Service Building road copmpany Salah Aldeen St-Rodko building 1Service Shihan hospital Shihan-Teshreen St 1Service... 

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Map of `Afrin