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    In this photo taken Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013, ancient mosaics which were damaged by shelling are seen inside a 17th-century caravanserai, which presently serves as a headquarters for the Free Syrian Army, in Maaret al-Numan, Idlib province, Syria. Across northern Syria, rebels, soldiers and civilians are making use of the country's wealth of ancient and medieval remains for protection. The structures are built of thick stone that has already withstood the ravages of centuries. They are often located in strategic spots overlooking towns and roads. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)

    Syrians find makeshift homes in ancient structures

    Across northern Syria, rebels, soldiers and civilians are making use of

    the country's wealth of ancient and medieval remains for protection. The

    structures are built of thick stone that has already withstood the

    ravages of centuries. They are often located in strategic spots

    overlooking towns and roads.