Syria — Country Facts & Profile
سوريا
Western Asia, Asia
Sharing land borders with 5 neighbouring countries, Syria (سوريا) occupies 185,180 km² of Western Asia. Its 25,620,000 inhabitants are governed from Damascus. The official language is Arabic. The national currency is the Syrian pound (£ SYP). It is among the 100 most populous countries globally.
Factsheet
Location
Syria is located in Western Asia at coordinates 35.00°N, 38.00°E. It shares borders with 5 countries. Total land area: 185,180 km² (71,498 mi²). Population density: 138 people per km². The highest point is Mount Hermon at 2,814 m.
Built Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Syria, including Latakia Sports City Stadium with a capacity of 45,000 seats.
45,000 seats
102 beds
Climate & Living Costs
Key indicators for visiting or living in Syria.
Green Spaces
Syria has 8 zoos and 8 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Cities & Towns of Syria
Country Subdivisions
Aleppo
16 cities · 2,799,218 people
Largest: Aleppo
Damascus Governorate
2 cities · 1,669,393 people
Largest: Damascus
Homs
10 cities · 1,060,969 people
Largest: Homs
Latakia
3 cities · 804,915 people
Largest: Latakia
Rif-dimashq
19 cities · 769,539 people
Largest: Dūmā
Hama
12 cities · 752,056 people
Largest: Ḩamāh
Al-Hasakah
5 cities · 681,289 people
Largest: Al Ḩasakah
Raqqa
2 cities · 619,832 people
Largest: Ar Raqqah
Tartus
4 cities · 537,126 people
Largest: Ţarţūs
Deir ez-Zor
6 cities · 447,454 people
Largest: Deir ez-Zor
Idlib
11 cities · 441,895 people
Largest: Idlib
Daraa
12 cities · 377,240 people
Largest: Dar‘ā
Suwayda
7 cities · 116,062 people
Largest: As-Suwayda
Quneitra
3 cities · 47,952 people
Largest: Al Qunayţirah
Frequently Asked Questions about Syria
- What is the capital of Syria?
- The capital of Syria is Damascus.
- What is the population of Syria?
- Syria has a population of approximately 25,620,000 people.
- What continent is Syria in?
- Syria is located in Asia, in the Western Asia subregion.
- Where is Syria located?
- Syria is located in Western Asia, Asia, at coordinates 35.0°N, 38.0°E.
- What currency does Syria use?
- Syria uses the Syrian pound (£ SYP).
- What is the capital and currency of Syria?
- The capital of Syria is Damascus and the currency is the Syrian pound (SYP).
- What language is spoken in Syria?
- The official language of Syria is Arabic.
- What is the area of Syria?
- Syria covers a total area of 185,180 km² (71,498 square miles).
- How large is Syria in square miles?
- Syria has a total area of approximately 71,498 square miles (185,180 km²).
- What is the population density of Syria?
- Syria has a population density of approximately 138 people per km².
- Is Syria an independent country?
- Yes, Syria is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Syria border?
- Syria shares land borders with 5 countries.
- What countries border Syria?
- Syria shares land borders with: Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey.
- What is the country calling code for Syria?
- The international calling code for Syria is +963. To call Syria from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +963 and the local number.
- What time zone is Syria in?
- Syria operates on the UTC+02:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Syria?
- The highest point in Syria is Mount Hermon at 2,814 m (9,232 ft) above sea level.
- How fast is the internet in Syria?
- The average internet speed in Syria is 18 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.