Syria map and facts
Syrian Arab Republic · Western Asia, Asia. Capital: Damascus.
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Syria in magenta, neighbours in pink · ● capital
Syria in context
Syria is home to about 25.6 million people, 0.32% of the world's population, on 185,180 km² of territory. It shares land borders with 5 countries: Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Türkiye.
Closest in size in Asia: compare Syria and Cambodia. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.
Syria FAQ
What is the capital of Syria?
The capital of Syria is Damascus. Its largest city is Aleppo.
What is the population of Syria?
About 25.6 million people (25,620,000), which ranks 57th of 197 countries.
How big is Syria?
Syria covers 185,180 km² (71,498 sq mi), the 87th-largest country by area.
What continent is Syria in?
Syria is in Asia, in the Western Asia subregion.
What countries border Syria?
Syria borders 5 countries: Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Türkiye.
What language is spoken in Syria?
Official or national language: Arabic.