Please be aware that
Daylight Saving Time (DST) changes in Syria do not necessarily occur on the same date every year.
In Syria, DST starts on the last Sunday in March and ends on the last Sunday in October.
Facts About Syria
Information for Travelers
Syria is a Middle Eastern state and part of the Mashrek.
Syria borders
Israel and
Jordan to the south,
Lebanon and the Mediterranean Sea to the west,
Turkey to the north and Iraq to the east.
Krak des Chevaliers is an imposing former Crusader castle. Located not far from the city of Homs, the Krak was built in the 11th century.
It is widely regarded as one of the most important preserved medieval castles in the world.
Its location is important because during the first crusade the castle dominated a valley that was the only route from the city of Antioch to Beirut and the Mediterranean.
The Citadel of
Aleppo is a huge fortified palace in the center of the Old Town.
Culture
As one of the oldest civilizations in the world, Syria is a country rich in cultural heritage.
It is one of the most fascinating places to visit in the Middle East.
Now that this war-torn country is trying to rebuild.
Tours are open and travelers are welcome to what was once one of the most visited countries in the region.
Read about Syria in Wikipedia