A man offers camel rides near one of the city's waterwheels, known as the "Norias of Hama," along the Orontes River in Hama, Syria, Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Khalil ...

Hama is also known for its waterwheels, or "norias," along the Orontes River. These medieval structures were used to bring water to gardens, bathhouses, mosques, and wells. Unesco describes them ...