Syria

About Syria

Syria, officially the Syrian Arab Republic, is a country in Western Asia. Its capital and largest political center is Damascus. It covers an area of roughly 185,180 square kilometers.

The main languages spoken across Syria include Arabic. Day-to-day trade runs on the Syrian pound (SYP), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter. Syria has its own coastline, giving it direct access to maritime trade routes.

FAQs

What is the capital of Syria?
Damascus is the capital of Syria.

What currency is used in Syria?
Day-to-day trade runs on the Syrian pound (SYP), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter.

How many countries border Syria?
Syria shares a land border with 5 countries.

What is the calling code for Syria?
To call Syria from abroad, dial the international access code followed by +963.