The ancient Roman road that once connected Antakya (ancient Antioch) in present-day Turkey to Aleppo (ancient Beroea) in Syria stands as a testament to the ingenuity and foresight of Roman engineering.

Built more than 2,000 years ago, this strategic route linked two prominent cities of the Eastern Roman Empire, facilitating trade, communication, and military movements across what is now the border between Turkey and Syria.

Today, its remnants remain as silent witnesses to Rome’s architectural brilliance. As part of the empire’s vast network of over 400,000 kilometers of roads, the Antakya–Aleppo route played a crucial role in sustaining imperial connectivity.

Antioch, one of Rome’s three great eastern capitals alongside Alexandria and Constantinople, thrived as a commercial and administrative center, while Aleppo served as a key hub of regional trade. This road ensured the seamless flow of goods and governance between the two cities.