Sep 2, 2009 – Ancient city of Palmyra in south-central Syria – Panoramic Images / Getty Images

• This city’s armies once conquered most of Asia Minor and brought them under the rule of the governess Zenobia.Where did she live?
• You might feel a little overwhelmed by the thought of traveling in this exotic land.But Peter Marshall will help you
• Civilization in this part of the world stretches continuously from the present day back to the Stone Age.Learn more about this venerable place
• This city lies at the midpoint between the Mediterranean Sea and the Euphrates River.Where is it?