Syria cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats

Syria
Syria
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Last update : 15 January 2025.

Country
Syria
Capitale
Damascus
Number of cities
10013
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This is the best list of 10013 cities in the Syria available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).

Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.

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Geoname_IDCityAlternate_NameCountry_CodeRegionSub_regionLatitudeLongitudeElevationPopulationTimezoneFcode_Name
167514Mughārat MīrzāMagharat Marzah,Magharat Mirza,Maghārat Marzah,Maghārat Mīrzā,Mrharet Mai ze,Mrharet Marze,Mrharet el Aaliye,Mrhâret Mai zé,Mrhâret Marzé,Mrhâret el Aaliyé,Mugharat Mirza,Mughārat Mīrzā,mghart myrza,مغارة ميرزاSYIdlib35.7256336.972590Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11432733Ar RāsīyahAr Rasiyah,Ar Rāsīyah,alrasyt,الراسيةSYHama34.9522836.723180Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11805571Al A‘yūjAl A`yuj,Al A‘yūj,الأعيوجSYAr-Raqqah36.1047838.677110Asia/Damascuspopulated place
167818Qulūb SākīKouloub Saki,Kouloûb Sâki,Qulub Saki,Qulūb Sākī,qlwb saky,قلوب ساكيSYLatakia35.824235.906560Asia/Damascuspopulated place
167176MaryamaynMariamaine,Mariamaïne,Maryamayn,mrymyn,مريمينSYIdlib35.9200236.413950Asia/Damascuspopulated place
171019DabbānahDabbanah,Dabbane,Dabbâné,Dabbānah,dbant,دبانةSYAl-Hasakah36.9954141.265020Asia/Damascuspopulated place
168475KayārīyahGayariye,Gayariyé,Kayariyah,Kayariye,Kayârîyé,Kayārīyah,kyaryt,كياريةSYAleppo36.1930837.707610Asia/Damascuspopulated place
164179ShayḩāChouaiha,Chouaïha,Shayha,Shayḩā,Shuwayhah,Shuwayḩah,shyha,شيحاSYHoms34.8926537.410170Asia/Damascuspopulated place
432925Ābār al ‘UmīAbar al `Umi,Abar al `Umy,Ābār al ‘Umy,Ābār al ‘Umī,آبار العميSYHoms34.635638.267610Asia/Damascuspopulated place
163677Tall ‘AnbarTall `Anbar,Tall ‘Anbar,Tell Aannbar,tl ʿnbr,تل عنبرSYAl-Hasakah36.8513341.324340Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8238807Khirbat Abū KhalīlKhirbat Abu Khalil,Khirbat Abū Khalīl,khrbt abw khlyl,خربة أبو خليلSYTartus34.850635.912930Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11805930Khirbat al BayḑāKhirbat al Bayda,Khirbat al Bayḑā,khrbt albyda,خربة البيضاSYAr-Raqqah36.4048239.075970Asia/Damascuspopulated place
163526Tall KayfTall Kayf,Tel Keyf,Tell Keif Peunar Aali,Tell Keïf Peunar Aali,tl kyf,تل كيفSYAl-Hasakah37.0942841.063660Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170958DakarDakar,dkr,دكرSYTartus34.6609436.085020Asia/Damascuspopulated place
383764Tall al FarasTall al FarasSYAl-Hasakah36.742541.061670Asia/Damascuspopulated place
162855Umm RaffūlOum Raffoul,Oum Raffoûl,Oumm Raffoul,Oumm Raffoûl,Umm Rafful,Umm Raffūl,am rfwl,أم رفولSYIdlib35.5168536.974160Asia/Damascuspopulated place
174065‘AmqīyahA`maqiyah,Aamqiye,Aamqiyé,Al `Amqiyah,Al ‘Amqīyah,Amkiye,Amkiyé,A‘maqīyah,`Amqiya,`Amqiyah,`Amqiye,عمقية,‘Amqiya,‘Amqīyah,‘AmqīyeSYHama35.5729936.382260Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170022ḨālūlāHaloula,Halula,Halulah,Hâloûla,halwla,حالولا,Ḩalūlah,Ḩalūlā,ḨālūlāSYAleppo36.4276438.181860Asia/Damascuspopulated place
385388KuwaytārKuwaytar,Kuwaytār,kwytar,كويتارSYDeir ez-Zor36.0402839.786940Asia/Damascuspopulated place
5138Khirbat adh DhabābīrKhirbat adh Dhababir,Khirbat adh Dhabābīr,khrbt aldhbabyr,خربة الذبابيرSYDaraa32.9813336.297132Asia/Damascuspopulated place
164130Sīḩah KhūtālāSiha Khoutala,Sihah Khutala,Sihah Khutalah,Sîha Khoûtâla,Sīḩah Khūtālah,Sīḩah Khūtālā,syha khwtala,سيحا خوتالاSYAl-Hasakah36.8167741.652380Asia/Damascuspopulated place
173791Al ḨaymarAl Haymar,Al Humayr,Al Ḩaymar,Al Ḩumayr,El Heimer,El Heīmer,alhymr,الحيمرSYAleppo36.2820538.4080Asia/Damascuspopulated place
169272Ju‘ayfīnat al MāshīJa`faniyat al Mashi,Jaafniyet el Machi,Jaafnîyét el Mâchi,Ja‘fanīyat al Māshī,Ju`ayfinat al Mashi,Ju‘ayfīnat al Māshī,jʿyfynt almashy,جعيفينة الماشيSYAleppo36.3517138.058610Asia/Damascuspopulated place
172365‘AţshānAatchane,Aatchâne,`Atshan,عطشان,‘AţshānSYHama35.4073436.823260Asia/Damascuspopulated place
171884BallahBallah,Balle,BalléSYLatakia35.7343236.143910Asia/Damascuspopulated place
166974Maz̧lūmMazloum,Mazloûm,Mazlum,Maz̧lūm,mzlwm,مظلومSYDeir ez-Zor35.3083940.259080Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11554025Al JumaylīyahAl Jumayliyah,Al Jumaylīyah,aljmylyt,الجميليةSYIdlib36.1596436.465890Asia/Damascuspopulated place
164839Sankarī al QiblīSankari al Qibli,Sankari el Qibli,Sankarī al Qiblī,Sannkari el Qibli,snkry alqbly,سنكري القبليSYHoms34.8047637.141040Asia/Damascuspopulated place
163457Tall Shams KabīrTall Shams Kabir,Tall Shams Kabīr,Tell Chams Kebir,Tell Chams Kébîr,tl shms kbyr,تل شمس كبيرSYAl-Hasakah36.8166941.195830Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8595748Ar RughayyātAr Rughayyat,Ar Rughayyāt,alrghyat,الرغياتSYAl-Hasakah36.1225441.088120Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8263753TamīmTamim,Tamīm,tmym,تميمSYDeir ez-Zor35.6357140.397050Asia/Damascuspopulated place
167372Umm ash ShahrāyāMamal,Mamali,Mamili,Mamâl,Memel Keui,Memel Keuï,Māmalī,Māmilī,Māmālī,Umm ash Shahraya,Umm ash Shahrāyā,Umm ath Thadaya,Umm ath Thadāyā,am alshhraya,am althdaya,mamly,أم الثدايا,أم الشهرايا,مامليSYAleppo36.6732737.632820Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11556241Al MaţallahAl Matallah,Al Maţallah,almtlt,المطلةSYLatakia35.6902636.052260Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8264246Al ḨamrāAl Hamra,Al Ḩamrā,alhmra,الحمراSYAl-Hasakah35.9307640.753690Asia/Damascuspopulated place
2450Al Jurf al JanūbīAl Jurf al Janubi,Al Jurf al Janūbī,aljrf aljnwby,الجرف الجنوبيSYHoms34.8984337.496690Asia/Damascuspopulated place
169410ḨuwayzHouaiz,Houaïz,Huwayz,hwyz,حويز,ḨuwayzSYAr-Raqqah36.573839.172850Asia/Damascuspopulated place
162688WaqamOuakem,Waqam,wqm,وقمSYAs-Suwayda32.9529736.483950Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11444710Judaydat ḨazzūrJudaydat Hazzur,Judaydat Ḩazzūr,jdydt hzwr,جديدة حزورSYTartus34.8142336.241790Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170667Dayr ḨibāshDayr Hibash,Dayr Ḩibāsh,Dihbach,Dihbash,Dihbâch,Diḩbāsh,dhbash,dyr hbash,دحباش,دير حباشSYTartus34.8774735.960510Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11441079Al FarḩānīyahAl Farhaniyah,Al Farḩānīyah,alfrhanyt,الفرحانيةSYHoms34.8796536.754920Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11806808Tall SakrahTall Sakrah,tl skrt,تل سكرةSYAl-Hasakah36.5744240.531610Asia/Damascuspopulated place
172052ZallāqīyātAz Zallaqiyat,Az Zallāqīyāt,Zallaqiyat,Zallāqīyāt,Zellaqiyate,Zellâqiyâte,zlaqyat,زلاقياتSYHama35.278536.606360Asia/Damascuspopulated place
169496ḨumaymātHmaimate,Hmaimate ed Daer,Hmaimate el Hattal,Hmaïmâte,Hmaïmâte ed Dâer,Hmaïmâte el Hattâl,Humaymat,ḨumaymātSYIdlib35.7536.983330Asia/Damascuspopulated place
163163TulaylahTaliha,Tleile,Tleïlé,Tulaylah,tlylt,تليلةSYAleppo36.3667937.812260Asia/Damascuspopulated place
166940Mazra‘at Muḩammad AḩmadMazra`at Muhammad Ahmad,Mazraat Mohammed Ahmed,Mazra‘at Muḩammad AḩmadSYHoms34.5538.316670Asia/Damascuspopulated place
2343Mat‘abMat`ab,Mat‘ab,متعبSYHoms34.6110337.155680Asia/Damascuspopulated place
163207TurkānTerkane,Terkani,Terkâne,Tirkan,Tirkān,Turkan,Turkān,trkan,تركانSYAleppo36.1043637.260260Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8036126Bīr MaḩjahBir Mahjah,Bīr Maḩjah,byr mhjt,بير محجةSYDaraa32.9703636.178040Asia/Damascuspopulated place
166643Murabba‘at SallūmMourabbaet Salloum,Mourabbaet Salloûm,Murabba`at Sallum,Murabba‘at Sallūm,مربعة سلومSYAleppo35.7930637.391540Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8374707ḨarāmīyahHaramiyah,hramyt,حرامية,ḨarāmīyahSYHoms34.4832937.118780Asia/Damascuspopulated place
165461A‘badA`bad,Abad,Abed,A‘bad,Rasm al `Abd,Rasm al ‘Abd,Rasm el Aabd,اعبد,رسم العبدSYAleppo36.2307537.367580Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8322479YamādīyahYamadie,Yamadiyah,Yamadîe,Yamādīyah,ymadyt,يماديةSYLatakia35.8335536.13610Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11433222Mazra‘at as SulaymānīyahMazra`at as Sulaymaniyah,Mazra‘at as Sulaymānīyah,مزرعة السليمانيةSYAleppo36.5652636.699710Asia/Damascuspopulated place
169238ḨakārahHakarah,Jakara,Jakarah,Jakārah,hkart,jkrt,جكرة,حكارة,ḨakārahSYIdlib36.1488236.388410Asia/Damascuspopulated place
173699JibābAl Jibab,Al Jibāb,Djebab,Djébab,Dzhebab,Jabab,Jabāb,Jebab,Jibab,Jibāb,jbab,Джебаб,جبابSYDaraa33.1107636.266850Asia/Damascuspopulated place
164869Samī‘Sami`,Samia,Samiaa,Samma,Samîaa,Samī‘,سميعSYAs-Suwayda32.7880236.420910Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170238Ghawr al GharbīyahGhawr al Gharbiyah,Ghawr al Gharbīyah,Gour,Rhour el Rharbiye,Rhoûr el Rharbîyé,ghwr alghrbyt,غور الغربيةSYHoms34.8458936.546890Asia/Damascuspopulated place
420131Jubb al AswadJubb al Aswad,Jubb al Usd,Jubb al Us̄d,jb alaswd,جب الأسودSYHama35.0597137.508970Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8017134RazqāRazqa,Razqā,rzqa,رزقاSYAl-Hasakah36.1397340.432670Asia/Damascuspopulated place
164474ShaqrāChakra,Chaqra,Shakra,Shaqra,Shaqra’,Shaqrah,Shaqrā,Shaqrā’,shqra,shqrt,شقرا,شقرةSYDaraa32.9060836.238480Asia/Damascuspopulated place
165691QuraynQreine,Qreïne,Qurayn,qryn,قرينSYAleppo36.0933237.57350Asia/Damascuspopulated place
386121Tall MashḩanTall Mashhan,Tall Mashḩan,tl mshhn,تل مشحنSYAl-Hasakah36.8736541.912770Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11553955Al ḨamtahAl Hamtah,Al Ḩamtah,alhmtt,الحمتةSYIdlib36.0008536.420080Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170783Dayr ḨannāDayr Hanna,Dayr Ḩannā,Deir Hanna,Deïr Hanna,dyr hna,دير حناSYLatakia35.7061836.019290Asia/Damascuspopulated place
4149ShuraydahShuraydah,shrydt,شريدةSYAr-Raqqah35.8027239.27780Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11260483Abū Fawwāz aş Şa‘īdīAbu Fawwaz as Sa`idi,Abū Fawwāz aş Şa‘īdī,أبو فواز الصعيديSYRif-dimashq33.4167636.708220Asia/Damascuspopulated place
173340Al Qulay‘ahAl Qulay`ah,Al Qulay‘ah,Qali`ah,Qalī‘ah,Qlaiaa,Qlaïaâ,Qulay`ah,Qulay‘ah,القليعة,قليعةSYTartus34.9418536.255660Asia/Damascuspopulated place
163675Tall an Nabī MandūQadech,Qadish,Qādish,Tall an Nabi Mandu,Tall an Nabi Mindu,Tall an Nabī Mandū,Tall an Nabī Mindū,Tell Enn Nabi Mennd,Tell en Nabi Mennd,Tell en Nebi Mend,qadsh,tl alnby mndw,تل النبي مندو,قادشSYHoms34.5567736.51920Asia/Damascuspopulated place
168991Jubb al AḩmarJoubb el Ahmar,Jubb al Ahmar,Jubb al Aḩmar,jb alahmr,جب الأحمرSYLatakia35.6747336.235310Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170782Dayr NattahBeni Hanta,Dayr Antah,Dayr Anţah,Dayr Hanta,Dayr Nattah,Dayr Ḩanţā,Deir Annta,Deir Hanta,Deïr Annta,dyr ntt,دير نتةSYAleppo36.3193937.317180Asia/Damascuspopulated place
420808Awkīr FawqānīAwkir Fawqani,Awkīr Fawqānī,awkyr fwqany,أوكير فوقانيSYAl-Hasakah36.7805640.8250Asia/Damascuspopulated place
173993Al BāridAl Barid,Al Bārid,El Bared,El Bâred,albard,الباردSYLatakia35.5620936.191340Asia/Damascuspopulated place
164942ŞalbāSalba,slba,Şalbā,صلباSYHama35.1175337.343960Asia/Damascuspopulated place
167983Khirbat QarmīţKheurbet Qarmite,Kheurbet Qarmîte,Khirbat Qarmit,Khirbat Qarmīţ,khrbt qrmyt,خربة قرميطSYAl-Hasakah36.76440.976990Asia/Damascuspopulated place
165799Az Zahrā’Az Zahra’,Az Zahrā’,Kizel Jouret el Azhari,Kizel Joûret el Azhari,Qeuzd Jouret Azhari,Qeuzd Joûret Azhari,Qeuzeul Jouret Azhari,Qeuzeul Joûret Azhari,Qizil Jurat Azhari,Qizil Jūrat Azharī,alzhraʾ,الزهراءSYLatakia35.6995835.947850Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8312735Al BaḩşahAl Bahsah,Al Baḩşah,El Bahsa,albhst,البحصةSYHama35.1004636.811610Asia/Damascuspopulated place
172203‘Ayn al KhinzīrAin el Khannzir,Aïn el Khannzîr,`Ayn al Khanzir,`Ayn al Khinzir,عين الخنزير,‘Ayn al Khanzīr,‘Ayn al KhinzīrSYLatakia35.7685336.130150Asia/Damascuspopulated place
162634WuraydahOuraide,Ouraïdé,Wuraydah,wdyrt,وديرةSYAleppo36.5316437.757932Asia/Damascuspopulated place
166382NāşirīyahNasiriyah,Nasriye,Nâsrîyé,Nāşirīyah,nasryt,ناصريةSYAr-Raqqah36.4204738.919130Asia/Damascuspopulated place
165270Rabīyat al ḨānūtahRabiyat al Hanutah,Rabīyat al Ḩānūtah,Rbaiaa,Rbaïaâ,Rubay`ah,Rubay‘ah,rbst alhanwtt,ربسة الحانوتةSYAleppo35.8279337.35240Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11554604Ḩayr TakshānHayr Takshan,hyr tkshan,حير تكشان,Ḩayr TakshānSYIdlib35.9376136.325410Asia/Damascuspopulated place
12851MudayrāMudayra,Mudayrah,Mudayrā,mdyra,mdyrt,مديرا,مديرةSYRif-dimashq33.5453936.386150Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8239004Bayt KhallāţBayt Khallat,Bayt Khallāţ,byt khlat,بيت خلاطSYTartus34.7917735.945970Asia/Damascuspopulated place
163616Tall BaşşTall Bass,Tall Başş,Tell Bass,tl bs,تل بصSYAl-Hasakah36.9754340.726160Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8231840‘Alī BaskīAl `Alya’,Al ‘Alyā’,`Ali Bakki,`Ali Baski,العلياء,علي بسكي,علي بكي,‘Alī Bakkī,‘Alī BaskīSYAleppo36.7501536.671420Asia/Damascuspopulated place
4412BallūqāBalluqa,BallūqāSYTartus35.1583336.20Asia/Damascuspopulated place
167442Majdalūn al BustānMajdaloun el Boustane,Majdaloûn el Boustâne,Majdalun al Bustan,Majdalūn al Bustān,mjdlwn albstan,مجدلون البستانSYTartus34.8375136.056850Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170814Dayr al BukhtDayr al Bakht,Dayr al Bukht,Deir el Boukht,Deïr el Boukht,dyr albkht,دير البختSYDaraa33.1467236.189730Asia/Damascuspopulated place
164388Ash ShuwayhidAsh Shuwayhid,Chouahid,Shawahid,Shawāhid,alshwyhd,الشويهدSYHoms34.7419936.273850Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170848Khirbat DastahDastah,Deste,Desté,Khirbat Dastah,dstt,khrbt dsth,خربة دسته,دستةSYDaraa33.2247436.24540Asia/Damascuspopulated place
11553912Ḩārat al Mar‘īHarat al Mar`i,حارة المرعي,Ḩārat al Mar‘īSYIdlib36.1020436.390380Asia/Damascuspopulated place
168225KhāşşakīHasiki,Khassaki,Khassiki,Khâssiki,KhāşşakīSYAl-Hasakah37.0833340.750Asia/Damascuspopulated place
174137‘AjājāAajaja,`Aj`aj,`Ajaja,`Ajajah,عجاجا,‘Ajājah,‘Ajājā,‘Aj‘ajSYAl-Hasakah36.2141940.710130Asia/Damascuspopulated place
163425Tall at TurmusTall Turmus,Tall at Turmus,Tell Termos,Tell Termôs,Tell Tormoss,Tell Tormôss,tl altrms,تل الترمسSYTartus34.717136.111690Asia/Damascuspopulated place
167612Maqarrat al IkhwānAl Ma`arrah,Al Ma‘arrah,El Ma`arra,El Ma‘arra,Ma`arrat al Akhwan,Ma`arrat al Ikhwan,Maara,Maaret Ikhouane,Maarret el Ikhouane,Maarret el Ikhouâne,Maqarrat al Ikhwan,Maqarrat al Ikhwān,Ma‘arrat al Ikhwān,Ma‘ārrat al Akhwān,mqrt alakhwan,معارة الأخوان,معرة الاخوان,مقرة الإخوانSYIdlib36.0644236.670810Asia/Damascuspopulated place
170784Dayr ḨannāDair Hanna,Dayr Hanna,Dayr Ḩannā,Deir Hanna,Deïr Hanna,dyr hna,دير حناSYLatakia35.4297336.040890Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8264069Al MustarīḩahAl Mustarihah,Al Mustarīḩah,almstryht,المستريحةSYAl-Hasakah35.9893640.615030Asia/Damascuspopulated place
173733‘ĀliqīnAalqine,Aalqîne,`Aliqin,`Alqin,عالقين,‘Alqīn,‘ĀliqīnSYDaraa33.2251636.266060Asia/Damascuspopulated place
173772Al HītAl Hit,Al Hīt,Al Ḩīt,Eithal,El Hite,El Hîté,alhyt,الحيت,الهيتSYAs-Suwayda32.9258736.674020Asia/Damascuspopulated place
8339968Şawwānat al ḨamrahSawwanat al Hamrah,Suwanat al Hamrah,swant alhmrt,Şawwānat al Ḩamrah,Şuwānat al Ḩamrah,صوانة الحمرةSYAleppo35.6067937.17420Asia/Damascuspopulated place

Syria: A Geographical Overview of a Land Rich in History and Diversity

Syria, located at the crossroads of the Middle East, is a country with a rich geographical and cultural history. Its position on the Mediterranean Sea, bordered by countries like Turkey, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, and Israel, has made it a hub of civilization for millennia. From the fertile plains of the Euphrates River to the arid desert landscapes of the south, Syria's geography has shaped the development of its cities, cultures, and economies. Understanding Syria’s physical and administrative landscape requires access to detailed geographic data on its cities, regions, and boundaries—data that plays a crucial role in addressing the challenges the country faces today.

Syria’s Diverse Landscape: From Coastal Regions to Desert Interiors

Syria’s geography is characterized by a combination of coastal regions, river valleys, mountain ranges, and vast desert areas. The western part of the country lies along the Mediterranean coast, where the climate is influenced by the sea, providing more fertile land and a more temperate climate compared to the rest of the country. This region, with cities like Latakia and Tartus, is essential for Syria’s agriculture and trade, as it benefits from mild winters and hot summers.

The central region of Syria is dominated by the fertile plains of the Orontes River, which runs from the northwest to the south. These plains have historically been critical for Syria’s agricultural economy. The Euphrates River, which flows through the eastern part of the country, is another vital waterway that supports agriculture, particularly in the northeastern regions of Syria.

Moving further south, the landscape becomes more arid, with vast desert regions like the Syrian Desert stretching into Iraq. These areas are characterized by limited rainfall and high temperatures, creating a stark contrast with the fertile river valleys and coastal plains. Despite the challenges posed by this harsh environment, the desert regions are home to some of Syria's historical cities, such as Palmyra, which was once a thriving oasis and trading center in ancient times.

The rugged mountain ranges of the Anti-Lebanon mountains and the Jabal al-Druze in the south add another layer of geographical complexity, offering natural barriers and creating distinct regional identities within the country.

Administrative Divisions: Regions and Cities

Syria is divided into 14 governorates (provinces), each of which contains a number of cities and towns. The governorates are the primary administrative divisions, and they vary significantly in terms of geography, population density, and economic activity. The capital, Damascus, is located in the southwest and is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It serves as Syria’s political and cultural heart and is one of the country’s largest urban centers.

Other important cities include Aleppo, which has historically been Syria’s commercial and industrial center, and Homs, an important agricultural hub. The city of Hama, located along the Orontes River, also plays a significant role in Syria’s agriculture. The city of Deir ez-Zor, in the east, is located near the Euphrates River and has long been a strategic point for trade and oil production.

In addition to these urban centers, Syria is home to many small towns and rural areas that vary in terms of development, infrastructure, and access to resources. For example, the coastal region is more developed and urbanized, while the rural areas of the northeast and southeast are more sparsely populated and rely on agriculture and natural resources.

The Importance of Geographic Data for Understanding Syria’s Regions

To truly understand Syria’s diverse regions, geographic data is essential. Access to information on the latitude and longitude of cities, their locations relative to natural features such as rivers and mountains, and the administrative boundaries of each governorate can provide a deeper understanding of the country’s spatial structure.

For example, knowing the geographic coordinates of cities like Damascus, Aleppo, and Homs allows for better analysis of urbanization trends, resource distribution, and infrastructure needs. Geographic data helps identify which regions of Syria are more densely populated and which areas face challenges due to their remote locations or lack of infrastructure.

Additionally, geographic data is essential for understanding the distribution of Syria’s natural resources. For example, Syria is home to significant oil reserves, particularly in the northeastern regions. Detailed geographic data on the location of oil fields, refineries, and pipelines is crucial for economic planning and resource management. Similarly, data on Syria’s agricultural zones, particularly along the Euphrates and Orontes Rivers, allows for better management of the country’s water resources, which are vital for sustaining the agricultural economy.

Geographic Data and Regional Development

Understanding the geographic makeup of Syria’s regions is crucial for addressing the country’s development needs. The diversity in terrain, population density, and economic activity between regions presents both opportunities and challenges for regional development. Urban areas like Damascus and Aleppo, which have the highest concentration of population and infrastructure, face the challenges of urban sprawl, traffic congestion, and the need for sustainable urban planning.

In contrast, Syria’s rural regions, particularly those in the north and east, face challenges related to underdevelopment, lack of infrastructure, and access to services such as healthcare and education. Geographic data is key to identifying these areas and targeting resources for investment and development. For example, mapping areas with limited access to transportation or clean water can help prioritize projects aimed at improving infrastructure and living conditions in rural parts of the country.

Furthermore, geographic data helps in understanding the impacts of conflict on Syria’s regional development. Many areas, especially in the north and east, have been severely affected by the ongoing war. Detailed geographic data can assist in post-conflict reconstruction efforts by identifying damaged infrastructure, displaced populations, and areas in need of rebuilding.

Environmental and Resource Management in Syria

Syria’s diverse geography also presents a range of environmental challenges. The country is vulnerable to droughts, desertification, and the impacts of climate change, which threaten its agricultural production and water resources. The limited availability of freshwater in many regions of Syria makes effective resource management a critical issue.

Geographic data is essential for monitoring and managing these resources. For example, data on the location of water sources such as rivers, lakes, and groundwater reserves is crucial for planning irrigation systems and ensuring a sustainable water supply. Mapping the extent of desertification in the northeastern regions can help identify areas at risk of losing productive land and guide efforts to prevent further environmental degradation.

Similarly, understanding the distribution of forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats is essential for conservation efforts. Syria’s biodiversity, including its forests and wetlands, supports a variety of plant and animal species, some of which are endangered. Geographic data helps track changes in these ecosystems and plan for their preservation.

Conclusion: Unlocking the Potential of Geographic Data in Syria

In conclusion, Syria’s geographical diversity plays a central role in shaping its culture, economy, and society. From the fertile river valleys of the Euphrates to the harsh desert landscapes of the east, Syria’s natural environment is both a resource and a challenge. Geographic data on Syria’s cities, regions, and natural resources is essential for understanding the country’s spatial dynamics and addressing its development challenges.

By obtaining detailed geographic data, including the latitude and longitude of cities and regions, researchers, policymakers, and planners can make informed decisions that promote sustainable growth, improve infrastructure, and protect natural resources. Geographic data also plays a crucial role in addressing regional disparities, managing resources effectively, and supporting post-conflict recovery efforts. In the long term, this data will be key to Syria’s future development and its ability to rebuild and prosper after years of conflict.

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  • Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
  • City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
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  • Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
  • Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
  • Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
  • Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
  • Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
  • Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
  • Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
  • Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
  • Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.
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