Yet reconstruction is taking place, mostly with external funding. The Aga Khan Trust for Culture, for example, is supporting the rebuilding of some of the Aleppo souks. A number of churches have been restored with the help of foreign congregations.

Does anyone still live in Aleppo?

With an official population of 4.6 million in 2010, Aleppo was the largest Syrian city before the Syrian Civil War; however, it is now the second-largest city in Syria, after the capital Damascus. ...

Is Aleppo safe 2020?

US Department of State does not recommend travel to Aleppo due to terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. The destruction of infrastructure, housing, medical facilities, schools, and power and water utilities has also increased hardships for travelers.