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Tens of thousands of international travellers once flocked to see Syria’s ancient wonders. Now, after more than a decade of isolation, there is fresh hope that the visitors will return

Venetian fortresses, Ottoman mosques and historic family bakeries combine in this ancient city on Crete’s northwestern coast

There’s no single element that gives Paphos its popular appeal: like the meze you’ll find available across Cyprus, the town is a blend of different flavours that come together to delight travellers. F

BETTANY HUGHES on bringing seven magnificent monuments to life

There’s one city most people have on their must-visit list – New York. Whether you plan to shop ’til you drop or soak up its spectacular views, it has wow factor galore. New York might have a reputati