General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Damascus |
| Country | Syria |
| Currency | Syrian pound |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.3% |
| Gdp | $104.2 billion |
| Size | 185,180 km² |
| Population | 17,500,000 |
| Population density | 95 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 2.6 |
| City population | 55.5% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 5∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Arabic |
| Population able to read | 86% |
| Population with a college degree | 10% |
| Population able to speak english | 10% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 57 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 6.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Syrian Arab Airlines |
| Main airport | Damascus International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $1.5 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $150/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $120/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $0.70/l |
| Rental car | $25/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 5% |
| Vat | 11% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 10.85/MBits |
| Tld | .sy |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 30% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 60% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type F, Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Friday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Souq.com |
| Supermarket | Carrefour |
| Pharmacy | Boots |
| Drugstore | Damas Pharmacy |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 2/10 |
| Bars | 3/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 2/10 |
| Public Parks | 4/10 |
| Swimming | 4/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Kibbeh | A dish made from bulgur, ground meat, and spices, shaped into balls or patties and fried or baked | 5-10 |
| Hummus | A dip made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic | 3-5 |
| Baba ghanoush | A dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic | 4-6 |
| Mutabbal | A dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini, yogurt, and lemon juice | 5-7 |
| Fattoush | A salad made from tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, radishes, and mint, dressed with lemon juice and olive oil | 4-6 |
| Tabbouleh | A salad made from bulgur, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, parsley, and mint, dressed with lemon juice and olive oil | 5-7 |
| Shawarma | A sandwich made from grilled meat, vegetables, and tahini sauce, wrapped in a pita | 3-5 |
| Falafel | A deep-fried ball or patty made from chickpeas or fava beans, seasoned with herbs and spices | 2-4 |
| Baklava | A pastry made from layers of filo dough, filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with honey or syrup | 5-7 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Jallab | A sweet drink made from grape molasses, carob, and rose water | 1-2 |
| Qamardeen | A thick, sweet drink made from apricot paste | 1-2 |
| Sahlab | A warm, milky drink made from orchid flour | 1-2 |
| Tamarind juice | A refreshing drink made from tamarind fruit | 1-2 |
| Ayran | A salty yogurt drink | 1-2 |
| Mint lemonade | A refreshing drink made from lemon juice, mint, and sugar | 1-2 |
| Hibiscus tea | A tart, red tea made from hibiscus flowers | 1-2 |
| Arabic coffee | A strong, black coffee served with cardamom | 1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aleppo Soap | Traditional soap made from olive oil and laurel oil | $5-$10 |
| Damascus Rose Water | Fragrant water made from the petals of Damascus roses | $10-$15 |
| Syrian Mosaic | Decorative art made from small pieces of glass or stone | $20-$50 |
| Silver Jewelry | Intricate jewelry made from silver | $30-$100 |
| Handmade Pottery | Traditional pottery made from clay and decorated with intricate designs | $20-$50 |
| Damascene Swords | Ornate swords with Damascus steel blades | $100-$500 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | The first day of the year. |
| Independence Day | April 17 | The anniversary of Syria’s independence from France in 1946. |
| Labour Day | May 1 | A day to celebrate the contributions of workers. |
| Revolution Day | March 8 | The anniversary of the start of the Syrian Revolution in 2011. |
| Eid al-Fitr | End of Ramadan | A three-day holiday that marks the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan. |
| Eid al-Adha | 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah | A four-day holiday that marks the end of the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca. |
| Prophet’s Birthday | 12th day of Rabi’ al-Awwal | A day to celebrate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | A day to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Al-Baath |
| Online news | Al-Watan |
| Tv | Syrian TV |
| Radio | Radio Damascus |