Tracks of ancient road in Aleppo

ALEPPO, Syria - Despite the widespread destruction of its ancient treasures in the past years of war and violence, the historic spirit and glorious past of the Syrian city of Aleppo is showing signs of a return to life.

Though much of the city is largely in ruins, it feels like every fallen stone and broken relic tells a story, and holds the promise of a new future.

In the Bab al-Nasr Souk, which dates back to ancient Greece, three or four shops have reopened since the city was liberated from the rebels in late 2016.