Abila Lysaniou Archaeological Site
Ancient Roman city ruins near Damascus
An archaeological site in Rif Dimashq Governorate with classical-era remains; it draws visitors interested in Roman-period towns and Near Eastern archaeology.
Abila Lysaniou at a Glance#
Address: Adra/Abila area, Rif Dimashq Governorate, Syria
How to Get to Abila Lysaniou#
The site is located in the Rif Dimashq Governorate east of Damascus. Access should be coordinated with local authorities and guides, particularly given variable security conditions in parts of Syria.
Tips for Visiting Abila Lysaniou#
- Wear sun protection and sturdy shoes - the site is exposed and rocky.
- Bring a local guide if possible; small finds and inscriptions are easy to miss without context.
- Combine with nearby archaeological sites in the Rif Dimashq region for a fuller sense of Roman and Byzantine-era occupation.
Best Time to Visit Abila Lysaniou#
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons for visiting archaeological sites in the region, weather-wise.
Weather & Climate near Abila Lysaniou#
Abila Lysaniou's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (514 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 1° - 10° | 3° | 121 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| February | Good | 1° - 12° | 4° | 93 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Good | 4° - 15° | 8° | 77 mm | some cloud | 65% | 3.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 7° - 21° | 14° | 32 mm | some cloud | 56% | 3.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 12° - 27° | 19° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 46% | 3.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.8h |
| June | Ideal | 15° - 31° | 23° | 1 mm | clear | 36% | 3.6 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.2h |
| July | Ideal | 17° - 33° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 33% | 3.8 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.0h |
| August | Ideal | 17° - 33° | 25° | 0 mm | clear | 36% | 3.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 14° - 30° | 22° | 1 mm | clear | 40% | 2.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 11° - 25° | 18° | 19 mm | mostly sunny | 47% | 2.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 55 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.3h |
| December | Acceptable | 2° - 12° | 6° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
