Happy TravellerWelcome to Kafr Nabl, a town located in the Idlib Governorate and Maarrat al-Numan District in northwestern Syria. Despite the challenges faced by the town in recent years, Kafr Nabl remains a place of historical significance and natural beauty. Situated 735 meters (2,411 ft) above sea level, Kafr Nabl was once Syria’s largest producer of figs and a major producer of olives. The town is surrounded by some of the most important Dead Cities, such as Serjilla, Shanshrah, and al-Bara, and is located on an ancient Byzantine dead city.
Kafr Nabl’s inhabitants are predominantly Sunni Muslims, and the town has a rich history dating back to ancient times. Prior to the Syrian civil war, Kafr Nabl was a thriving agricultural town, with fig cultivation being the primary source of income for many of its residents. Farmers in Kafr Nabl usually dedicated around 80% of their cultivation time to the production of figs and 20% for olives.
Since the civil war, Kafr Nabl has gained fame for producing satirical videos about the war. Despite the violence that has erupted in the town, Kafr Nabl remains a place of great cultural significance. The town’s local council has declared that everything in the town has been destroyed and burnt as a result of clashes and government airstrikes targeting rebel positions within it. However, the town’s rich history and natural beauty remain intact.
Visitors to Kafr Nabl can explore the town’s ancient Byzantine dead city and the surrounding Dead Cities, such as Serjilla, Shanshrah, and al-Bara. The town’s location in northwestern Syria also makes it an ideal base for exploring the wider region.
While the town has faced significant challenges in recent years, Kafr Nabl remains a place of great cultural significance and natural beauty. We invite you to visit this historic town and discover its many treasures for yourself.
