From maarook to qatayef: traditional Ramadan treats in Syria - in pictures

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Traditional sweets known as qatayef, commonly served during Ramadan, the fasting month Ramadan, at a shop in the Midan neighbourhood of Damascus, Syria. AFP

Traditional warbat, also known as shaabiyat, on display in a Damascus suburb during Ramadan. AFP

Traditional sweet bread, known as maarook, which is popular during the holy month, being prepared at a Syrian bakery in Midan, Damascus. AFP

A Syrian vendor spreads grape molasses on a pancake, a traditional sweet known as al-Naem and commonly served during Ramadan, the Muslim fasting month. AFP

Traditional sweets on sale during Ramadan in Midan, Damascus. AFP

Syrian vendors prepare and sell traditional sweets during Ramadan in the Midan neighbourhood of Damascus, Syria. AFP

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