- Latakia is the biggest Port city in Syria.
- It became part of the Roman Empire in 64 BCE and was known as ‘Laodicea in Syria’ and was located in the Province of Syria.
History
- Laodicea in Syria was famed for its export of local wines.
Roman Sites
- Latakia Tetraporticus
- This is a Triumphal Arch built by Septimius Severus in 193 CE.
- Temple of Bacchus
Museums
- National Museum of Latakia
- Located in Al Mutanabbi Street, Latakia.
- The Museum holds a Collection of jewels, coins, statues and pottery from all periods of history, including the Roman Period.
- The Gardens hold Funerary monuments and Statues.
Roman Roads
- Coastal Roman Road
- It ran south to Beirut and Damascus.
- It ran north to Asia Minor.
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