🧿 Behyo

Behyo (بحيو) is a village in northwestern Syria, located on the Jebel al’Ala region of the Dead Cities. The town was built in the 5th and 6th centuries, motivated by a prospering olive oil trade. Archaeological remains include two churches, olive presses, villas and other dwellings. In 2011, the village was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Dead Cities.