oldest city in the world

Damascus is the oldest city of the world.Lying on the south bank of Barada River, the ancient city was founded in the 3rd millennium B.C The old city which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, contains numerous archaeological sites, including some historical churches and mosques.
Damascus is widely believed to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world, with evidence of habitation dating back at least 11,000 years. Its location and persistence have made the city a nexus for civilizations come and gone