Syrian Arab Republic
Capital: Damascus
About
Syria, officially the Syrian Arab Republic, is a country in West Asia located in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Levant. It borders the Mediterranean Sea to the west, Turkey to the north and northwest, Iraq to the east and southeast, Jordan to the south, and Israel and Lebanon to the southwest. It is a republic under a provisional government and comprises 14 governorates. Damascus is the capital and largest city. With a population of 26 million across an area of 185,180 square kilometres (71,500 sq mi), it is the 56th-most populous and 87th-largest country.
When things are closed
Upcoming public holidays in Syrian Arab Republic. On these dates, expect banks, post offices, and government services to close. Many shops and museums close or run shortened hours; transit typically still runs.
يوم التحرير · Liberation Day
December 8, 2026
Tuesday
عيد الميلاد المجيد · Christmas Day
December 25, 2026
Friday
عيد رأس السنة الميلادية · New Year's Day
January 1, 2027
Friday
عيد الثورة السورية · Syrian Revolution Day
March 18, 2027
Thursday
عيد النوروز · Newroz
March 21, 2027
Sunday
عيد الأم · Mother's Day
March 21, 2027
Sunday
Cities (4)
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