Homs, Syria
30 memories from Homs, Syria

The image captures a market scene at the entrance of a shop specializing in spices and dried goods in Homs, Syria. The shop's opening features a partially retracted corrugated metal roller shutter and an overhead air curtain unit. Inside the brightly lit shop, three males are present. A central male, identified as a shopkeeper, stands behind a wooden counter, smiling towards the viewer. He wears a dark long-sleeved shirt. The counter displays various bulk nuts, dried fruits, and spices in wooden bins. Behind him, shelves extending to the ceiling are fully stocked with packaged goods, including boxes of spices, bottles of oils, and bags of grains. To the shopkeeper's left, an older male wearing glasses and a dark jacket looks towards the viewer. Another male in a dark vest is partially visible to the far left. In the foreground, outside the shop, numerous large white and striped sacks filled with various dried goods, including herbs, powdered spices, and grains, are arranged on the tiled ground. To the right, two males are positioned. One male, seen from the back, wears a dark jacket, jeans, and light earbuds, actively holding a black video camera and pointing it towards the shop interior. Another male, wearing a red shirt and glasses, is partially visible behind him. A portion of a metal trolley frame is visible on the far right.
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Two deceased bovine animals are observed in a shallow, flowing watercourse in Homs, Syria. The animal positioned further upstream lies largely submerged and dorsal side up, exhibiting a grayish-brown and black hide, partially covered by bare branches and organic debris. The second animal, situated downstream, lies on its right side, partially submerged. This animal displays distinct black and lighter brown patches on its hide. A large abdominal wound is evident, exposing internal organs and interspersed with white plastic debris. Both animals appear to be in advanced stages of decomposition. The water is turbid and flows over muddy banks, which contain sparse dry vegetation, branches, and scattered refuse. No people are visible in the scene.
HomsA crowd of people stand outside a building with a neon sign written in Arabic script and the words “FAST FOOD” written inside the shape of a hand making an OK symbol. A person in a panda costume with blue lighting dances in front of the crowd as people take pictures of them. The lighting on the costume changes to red.
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A crowded street scene at night is illuminated by bright neon signs over a storefront. A person in a panda costume stands out in the crowd, with a child in a winter coat standing in front of them. People are gathered around the panda, some holding phones to take pictures. The atmosphere is lively, with a mix of red and white light casting shadows on the wet ground.
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A black car is decorated with a FC Barcelona flag. The red and blue flag with the club's crest prominently displayed is draped over the hood. A city street scene is in the background, illuminated by streetlights and fireworks. Other cars and people are visible. The overall impression is of a celebration or sports victory.
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This image depicts a dense outdoor gathering of adult males under a clear blue sky in an urban environment. A large crowd of men, primarily dressed in civilian winter jackets and hoodies, occupies the foreground and mid-ground. Some individuals wear traditional head coverings such as white prayer caps or red-and-white keffiyehs. In the mid-ground right, a black, ornate metal lamppost stands prominently, from which a Syrian opposition flag (horizontal green, white, and black stripes with three red stars) is displayed. Behind the crowd, a continuous row of multi-story residential buildings with multiple windows and balconies lines the horizon, indicating a city setting. Sparse deciduous trees are visible in the left mid-ground. One man in the mid-ground is observed smoking a cigarette. The presence of the Syrian opposition flag identifies the location as an area within the city of Homs, Syria, historically associated with the Syrian opposition. The specific district or street is not discernible from the visual information.
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The image depicts an urban street or square in Homs, Syria, under a clear blue sky. Dominating the background is a multi-story building, its facade largely obscured by at least three very large Syrian opposition flags, characterized by three horizontal stripes (green, white, black) with three red stars in the white stripe. In the middle ground, a white pickup truck, equipped with a red light bar on its roof, is parked on the street. Standing in the bed of this truck is an individual in black attire and a tactical vest, wearing a black baseball cap, operating a large-caliber weapon mounted on a tripod. Behind the truck and the weapon operator, two black loudspeakers on stands are visible against the draped flags. To the left and right of the weapon operator, on a raised structure or wall, several other individuals in tactical gear and dark clothing are positioned. Further in the foreground, a crowd of men and boys in civilian clothing is gathered, partially obscured by other parked civilian vehicles, including a dark-colored sedan. One individual in the extreme foreground, facing away from the viewer, is dressed in black tactical gear with a backpack and appears to be holding a rifle. The overall scene suggests a public gathering involving armed personnel in an urban environment.
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Two men sit at a table. Both men look at their phones. There are two empty glasses on the table. One man wears a brown jacket, while the other wears a black jacket with a white collar. One man has a dark gray shoulder bag. Lights are reflected in the table's surface. Greenery and more lights are visible in the background through a glass pane.
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A man with dark, curly hair and a beard is resting, his eyes closed. He wears a dark sweater under a green coat with a furry collar. A large, partially empty water bottle is situated above him on the table. A clear drinking glass also sits on the table's edge. A blurred background features greenery and small, white lights. The orientation of the image is portrait, with the objects arranged in a vertical composition.
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A young man in a black jacket with a white fur-lined hood sits at a table. He holds a phone and some white papers in his hands. Next to him is a black leather bag with straps. An Apple watch rests on the table next to the bag. A silver ashtray is visible near the watch. The background features a window with decorative lights and green foliage. A blue cushion is on the chair.
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The image displays a close-up, partial view of a person, likely male, in an indoor setting. The individual occupies the left and central foreground, with their right eye visible behind gold-toned, possibly octagonal or hexagonal wire-rimmed glasses. Dark hair is visible above the glasses, and light stubble covers the lower face. The person wears a cream or off-white knitted sweater with visible cable-knit patterns on the shoulder and ribbed detailing on the collar. Their right hand is positioned with the index finger resting near the temple/eyebrow area above the right eye, and the thumb supporting the lower jaw or chin. The background consists of a plain white wall with a prominent vertical red strip or beam running from ceiling to mid-height on the right side. Further in the background, to the right of the primary subject, the back of another individual, wearing a dark long-sleeved top, is visible, seated in a dark office chair with a ribbed backrest design. The general environment suggests a modern office or institutional room. The specific location in the city of Homs, Syria, cannot be determined from the visual information provided within the image.
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A close-up, slightly low-angle indoor selfie depicts an adult male with dark hair, a short beard, and a mustache. He wears round, thin-framed eyeglasses. His lips are pursed forward in a "kissing" or "duck face" expression, and his eyes are wide, looking directly into the camera. He is dressed in a white ribbed turtleneck sweater, a grey hooded sweatshirt (visible under the jacket), and a black faux leather jacket with quilted horizontal ridges on the shoulders and sleeves, featuring a silver-colored zipper pull on the main front zipper. The background is an undecorated, light-colored wall, providing no specific environmental details beyond an indoor setting. The image contains no visual information to determine a specific location within the city of Homs, Syria.
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A male individual is depicted in a close-up indoor portrait, positioned to the right of the frame, facing the camera directly. He appears to be a young adult with short dark hair, a light beard or stubble, and is wearing round, thin-framed metallic glasses. His attire includes a black, possibly leather, jacket over a white, high-necked garment, possibly a knit turtleneck or scarf. His left hand is raised towards the center of the frame, with the middle finger extended upward, while the other fingers are curled into a fist. The gesture is directed generally towards the viewer. The background consists of a plain, light-colored wall. In the upper left corner, a white paneled ceiling is visible. A portion of a white, possibly wicker-patterned, chair or piece of furniture is visible in the lower left corner. The image provides no identifiable visual information to determine a specific location within the city of Homs, Syria.
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The image depicts an indoor scene within an educational facility, likely a classroom or lecture hall, located in Homs, Syria. An adult male is seated in profile, facing right, with his head downcast. He wears a white lab coat over a dark long-sleeved shirt with white cuff details, and dark trousers. His hands are positioned over a small, light-colored rectangular electronic device, which he appears to be operating. A dark blue backpack with black straps is visible on the floor in the immediate foreground. In the background, orange-topped desks with black metal frames are present, along with a red backpack and the partially visible shoulder and head of another individual. Natural light illuminates the scene from a window on the left. The floor is light-colored and appears to be tiled or patterned.
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The image depicts an anatomical laboratory scene in Homs, Syria. In the foreground, a sagittal section of a human skull model is centrally positioned, displaying the internal cranial base. The model is off-white and features a detailed red arterial network, notably the Circle of Willis, within the central fossa. Various anatomical points are marked with Roman numerals and Arabic numbers (e.g., "VII e III," "25," "24"). The model rests on a beige, neck-like pedestal. The immediate surface is a metallic, scratched lab table, likely stainless steel. In the blurred background, a stainless steel sink with a faucet is visible. Multiple blurred figures are present, one with a hand in a light-colored sleeve near the sink on the left, and another hand holding a white paper with writing on the right. Additional blurred objects, potentially other anatomical models or lab materials, are scattered on the table. The lighting suggests an indoor, fluorescent-lit environment typical of a teaching or research facility.
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A man wearing round glasses and a black leather jacket is captured from a low, upward angle. He is also wearing a white textured sweater. His hand partially obscures his face. Bright light emanates from below. The man has dark hair and a mustache. A window is visible in the background.
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A city scene shows a roundabout with a modern, abstract sculpture made of brown metal. People are near the sculpture, with cars and buildings in the background. The sky is overcast. A black and yellow curb defines the edge of the road, and a metal railing surrounds the roundabout. A water feature is visible within the roundabout, accented with blue lights. A tall light post stands near the sculpture, and buildings of varying heights frame the scene.
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A large crowd gathers around a tall clock tower under a cloudy sky. Many people are holding and waving Syrian flags. The crowd appears to be diverse in age and attire, with individuals standing on the base of the tower. Buildings and palm trees are visible in the background, suggesting an urban environment. The overall scene suggests a demonstration or celebration.
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A crowd of people, many wearing bicycle helmets, gathers in front of an ornate building. Several men stand on the steps of the building, one holding a small object in a clear box. The building has large columns and decorative arches. The crowd appears to be listening to the man speaking from the steps. Other men surround the speaker, including what appear to be security or support staff.
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A crowd, predominantly wearing bicycle helmets and light green shirts, gathers on a city street, possibly for a cycling event or demonstration. Many wave Syrian flags, and others capture the scene with their phones. Buildings line the background, one adorned with a large advertisement. The sky is overcast, suggesting a dull or rainy day.
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This image captures a street scene in Homs, Syria, characterized by urban destruction and human activity. A multi-story concrete building, centrally positioned, exhibits extensive structural damage, including partially collapsed floors, missing facades, and numerous visible perforations on its remaining surfaces. Adjacent structures in the background also display significant damage. The ground consists of uneven dirt and cracked asphalt. A considerable number of individuals, primarily young adults, populate the street. In the foreground, groups of young men and women are seen interacting; some wear lanyards around their necks, and one male holds a dark bottle with a straw. In the midground, a diverse crowd moves and gathers among parked vehicles, including a white pickup truck, a white car, and a dark SUV. One individual in the midground wears a yellow vest and holds a shovel.
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A night street scene showcases green balloons with the Syrian flag design, positioned prominently on the left. People are walking and riding motorbikes on the street, and a woman wearing a niqab is visible. Buildings line the street, with a large one illuminated by bright lights and bearing a billboard. A Syrian flag hangs vertically from the building. A yellow vehicle and several storefronts with lit windows are also visible.
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A nighttime street scene shows a person holding a large bunch of green and white balloons adorned with red stars. The balloons appear to represent the flag of Syria. People walk and vehicles drive along the street, illuminated by streetlights and car headlights. A tall building stands in the background, lit up with signage. The overall atmosphere suggests a festive or celebratory occasion.
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The image displays an urban street scene in Homs, Syria, under an overcast sky. A column of at least five dark green, camouflaged armored vehicles, consistent with MRAPs, occupies the right side of the asphalt road, progressing away from the camera. The lead vehicle in the foreground features a visible turret or weapon station mounted on its roof. A uniformed individual walks on the sidewalk adjacent to the column of vehicles on the right. Multi-story commercial and residential buildings line both sides of the street. On the right, a prominent building houses "SAFEER" (سفير العرائس - Ambassador of Brides), a shop displaying its name in both English and Arabic across its facade, with mannequins in formal attire visible through its large display windows. Further down this side, additional buildings are seen, one featuring solar panels on its rooftop. On the left side of the street, older multi-story structures house various businesses, including one with an Arabic sign that translates to "Shoe Production." Several civilians are present on the sidewalks, engaged in pedestrian activity near the shops. Overhead, power lines and streetlights are visible.
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The image displays a panoramic landscape view under a clear, light blue sky in the city of Homs, Syria. The upper third of the frame is dominated by an unblemished sky. The midground and background feature a succession of undulating hills and deep valleys, densely covered with green vegetation, including trees and shrubs, indicative of a verdant, possibly forested or agricultural environment. Scattered clusters of small, light-colored buildings are visible on the distant hilltops, suggesting remote settlements. In the foreground, a large, reddish-brown tiled roof structure extends diagonally across the lower portion of the image, from the lower left to the lower right. The roof exhibits a ribbed texture consistent with overlapping terracotta or similar tiles. In the extreme lower left, dark metal railing components and light-colored wooden structural elements are partially visible, indicating an elevated viewpoint. No human figures, animals, or active interactions are present in the scene. The lighting suggests natural daylight, with no harsh shadows.
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The image displays a densely vegetated, rocky hillside under a clear blue sky. This landscape is consistent with the mountainous region of Homs Governorate, Syria, specifically matching characteristics of the Zipline Homs / Sha'ir Mountain attraction near Al-Mishtaya. The hillside is covered with various green trees and shrubs, interspersed with visible horizontal layers of light-colored rock. Elevated on the middle slope, a wooden suspension bridge with metal railings is visible, extending diagonally downwards to the left. The bridge appears to originate near a small, multi-level building featuring a dark roof and lighter-colored walls. Higher up on the slope, another smaller, yellowish structure is partially obscured by trees. Several additional small, light-colored buildings or structures are scattered across the upper reaches of the mountain, largely integrated with the tree cover. Multiple parallel cables, identified as zip line cables, stretch across the sky from the upper left corner diagonally towards the right side of the frame. A segment of a large, yellow and black metal lattice support tower, likely part of the zip line infrastructure, is visible on the far right edge of the image, extending upwards from the bottom right. No individuals are present or discernable within the scene.
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This image captures a nighttime scene in front of the "KHEIR ALLAH CHICKEN" restaurant in Homs, Syria. The restaurant is located within a multi-story building, prominently displaying its name in illuminated red and white signage. The sign also features a chicken head logo and Arabic text indicating offerings like Shawarma, Snack, Grilled, and Broasted, along with a delivery number 03473851. A temporary event setup is erected in front of the restaurant, comprising a metal truss structure equipped with multiple blue and white spotlights. Red and black balloons form an arch over the restaurant's entrance. A crowd of approximately 50 to 70 individuals, including adults and young adults of various genders, is gathered on the paved street and sidewalk area, observing the scene. On the left side, two individuals are engaged in what appears to be live entertainment; one man with a beard holds a string instrument, while another person holds a drum. In the immediate foreground on the left, an individual holds a glowing, pink and white confection. The overall scene suggests a promotional event or grand opening for the restaurant.
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Inside what seems like a bus, passengers sit, some with their heads down. The bus interior is colorful with orange and blue curtains. Above, a blue panel is accented with red, metallic rails, and reading lights. The bus is either in motion or stationary, awaiting departure.
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The image shows a building with a metal awning. A flag of Palestine is mounted on a pole extending from the structure. A sign in Arabic is affixed to the awning. Several white Nissan vans with writing on them are parked nearby, one displaying a flag with a white star design. The background features other buildings and a clear, blue sky. The photo appears to be taken outdoors in daylight.
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A close-up, slightly rotated selfie features a bearded man with glasses, partially framed by a beige hoodie with a printed design. He appears relaxed. Behind him are rows of bus seats in red and blue patterns, suggesting he's traveling. An orange curtain or wall segment is also visible in the background, lending a warm tone to the overall image.
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