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1.4M views · 10K reactions | For centuries, Aleppo has been Syria’s economic capital. The old city at its center is home to impressive architecture that has attracted millions of tourists. But now, five years into a bitter civil war, the old city is crumbling. See Aleppo's ancient beauty in 360 – it could be the last time you can. #CNNVR | CNN | Facebook

“I treat the old stone as if it has a soul.” Meet stoneworker Samir Saeed, who sings as he restores the historic souks of Aleppo’s Old City, a craft that connects him with his forefathers and the buildings. Since 2018, the Aga Khan Trust for Culture has restored eight sections of the souk, returning 277 shops to their owners and rehabilitating over 500 metres of passageways. AKDN has worked in Syria for decades to help communities rebuild lives and livelihoods, preserve cultural heritage and cre