Norias Collection

Syria, Hama old Town and 13th Century Water Wheels (Norias)

Large waterwheels at Antakya
Hama, Syria. The city is renowned for its 17 norias (waterwheels) used for watering the gardens, which date back to 1100 BC

The Norias of Bechriyyat in Hama, Syria. The waterwheels at Hama, known as Norias, are up to 20m high and have been standing since the 13th century The Norias of Bechriyyat in Hama

Norias at Orontes River in Hama, Syria
Two norias on opposite banks of the Orontes River in Hama, a city in west Syria. Norias are devices similar to water wheels which were used to lift water to a higher elevation

Noria at Orontes River in Hama, Syria
One of the Norias of Hama, a city in west Syria, as seen through a stone arch at the bank of the Orontes River. Norias are

Street next to one of the Norias of Hama, Syria
Man walking on a street in Hama, a city in west Syria. On the left one of the Norias of Hama along the Orontes River can be seen

Hama, Syria, Bridge over Orontes River and Giant Waterwheels
Hama, Syria - Great Bridge over the El-Assi (Orontes) River and the Giant waterwheels. The city is renowned for these seventeen norias, which locals claim date back to 1100 BC

Syria. Hama. Noria in the Orontes river next to the aqueduct
Syrian. The Norias of Bechriyyat in Hama. The waterwheels at Hama, known as Norias, are up to 20m high and have been standing since the 13th century. Middle East

Hama, Syria - The Giant waterwheels on the Orontes River. The city is renowned for these seventeen norias, which locals claim date back to 1100 BC

Hama Syria - Great Bridge over the El-Assi River
Hama, Syria - Great Bridge over the El-Assi (Orontes) River and the Giant waterwheels. The city is renowned for these seventeen norias, which locals claim date back to 1100 BC

Syrian. Hama. The Noria of Al-Mohamedieh of Hama along the Orentes river. Middle East

Syria. Hama. General view and the noria in the Orontes river

Syria - Hama - Russian Consul General on the Orontes
Hama, Syria - The Russian Consul General on the Orontes River, accompanied by The Greek Orthodox clergy. They are photographed by a large and free-flowing waterwheel

Syria - Hama
General view of Hama, Syria. The city is renowned for its 17 norias (waterwheels) used for watering the gardens, which date back to 1100 BC

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Nestled along the picturesque Orontes River in Hama, Syria, stand the magnificent Norias - giant waterwheels that have become iconic symbols of this ancient city. These impressive structures are not only engineering marvels but also hold great historical and cultural significance. As you stroll through the streets next to one of the Norias of Hama, you can't help but be captivated by their grandeur. Towering above everything else, they serve as a reminder of a time long gone by. The bridge over the Orontes River provides a breathtaking view of these colossal wheels in action, gracefully turning with each passing current. In Hama's old town lies an architectural gem - An-Nuri Mosque. Adjacent to it stands 13th-century Norias that have witnessed centuries unfold before them. Their presence adds an air of mystique and charm to this enchanting part of Syria. Venturing further into Hama's old town reveals more captivating sights - from mosques to narrow alleys lined with traditional houses. But it is impossible to miss the 13th-century Water Wheels (Norias) that dominate the landscape here. They stand tall as silent witnesses to history and remind us of mankind's ingenuity. Not limited to just Hama, large waterwheels can also be found at Antakya, showcasing how these ingenious inventions were once prevalent across different regions in Syria. The Noria at Al-Mohamedieh along the Orontes River is another sight worth beholding in Hama. Its intricate design and strategic location make it an integral part of both nature and architecture coming together harmoniously. A general view encompassing both natural beauty and man-made wonders captures your attention when standing near Nur Al-Din Mosque next to one such Noria on the Orontes riverbank. It serves as a testament to human perseverance throughout history. These they can not mere relics; they are living testaments to the resilience and creativity of the people who built them.