Discover Syria

The capital of Syria is Damascus, the oldest capital in the world and a major cultural center of the Levant and the Arab world. Located on a plateau at the foot of the Anti-Lebanon Mountains, it is a city rich in history, home to ancient sites like the Umayyad Mosque, and was historically an important center during the Umayyad Caliphate. Though a city of historical significance, it has recently faced challenges due to the civil war, including an influx of displaced people and economic hardship, yet remains a critical hub for the nation.