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Asia · Capital: Damascus
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23,142,800Population
185,180km² area
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What is the capital of Syria?
The capital city of Syria is Damascus.
What is the population of Syria?
Syria has an estimated population of 23,142,800.
What languages are spoken in Syria?
The official or widely spoken languages are Arabic.
What is the official currency of Syria?
The official currency in Syria is the Pound.
📚 Facts simplified for education · Population ~2024 · Sources: UN World Population Prospects, Natural Earth · Last reviewed September 2026 · Report an error