Archive for April, 2009

Easter at Damascus Hostel

Easter saw plenty of action around Damascus Hostel. The guests, led by Sigga from from Iceland, became involved in colouring Easter eggs. Sigga also had two of her stories published about the refugee camps on the border here. Inga Thommessen arrived from Denmark and proved to be an accomplished singer, ...Read More

Surprise Birth at Hostel

Four babies were safely delivered on Good Friday at Damascus Hostel. Brave mother Salima delivered them quietly on the morning of Good Friday. Salima was formerly known as Salim, the Hostel's pet hamster. We had noticed that Salim, or Carrot head as he (she) was affectionately known, was a trifle ...Read More

Easter in Damascus

Easter is a momentous event in Damascus. Damascus Hostel, situated in the Christian quarter, is literally surrounded by churches of many denominations. Not only do we find exquisitely built Catholic Churches such as Al Zaoutonia packed to overflowing, The Armenian Church has also been busy keeping its youngsters engaged with ...Read More