Mashqeeta
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Dec 28, 2025
Mashqeeta sits in the green hills north of Latakia, where forests meet calm blue lakes. The 16 Tishreen Dam has created seven connected lakes that reflect the sky and surrounding pine and oak trees. The air is fresh and cool, even in the middle of summer, making it a popular escape from the heat. From certain viewpoints, you can see the Mediterranean shining in the distance, adding to the beauty of the scene. Around every curve in the road, there is something new to enjoy — a quiet cove, a sunny slope, or a stretch of water framed by green hills.