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🇸🇾 Syria Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Syria is a country in Middle East, Asia. It covers a total area of 185,180 km² and has a coastline of 193 km. It shares land borders with 5 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Middle East
sub-region
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Total Area
185,180 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
115/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
193 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+3
UTC offset
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Independence
1946
established
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Climate
Mediterranean coast, hot desert inland
general type

Location and Position

Syria is situated in Middle East, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 193 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Syria covers a total area of 185,180 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 21.3M across this area, the population density is 115/km². The capital city is Damascus.

Climate

The climate of Syria is mediterranean coast, hot desert inland. The best time to visit is generally March–May, September–November, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Syria

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Turkey
Ankara
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Iraq
Baghdad
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Jordan
Amman
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Israel
Jerusalem
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Lebanon
Beirut

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Syria located?

Syria is located in Middle East, Asia. The capital city is Damascus.

How large is Syria?

Syria has a total area of 185,180 km² with a population density of 115/km².

What countries border Syria?

Syria shares land borders with: Turkey, Iraq, Jordan, Israel, Lebanon.

What is the climate of Syria?

The climate of Syria is Mediterranean coast, hot desert inland. The best time to visit is March–May, September–November.

What timezone is Syria in?

Syria observes UTC+3 timezone.

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