Trivia in Syria
Learn fascinating facts and trivia about this country
National symbols
Flag: Pan-Arab flag with horizontal red, white, and black stripes featuring two green stars
Emblem: Coat of arms featuring the Eagle of Saladin with a shield of the Syrian flag and Arabic national name
Trivia & facts
- Damascus is considered one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities.
- Hummus, famous in Arab cuisine, is said to originate from here.
- Syrian olive oil has been known as trade commodity since ancient times.
- Arabian Jasmine is the flower of Damascus.
- Aleppo soap is said to be the world's oldest bar soap.
- Six UNESCO World Heritage sites, all cultural properties.
- Damascus's Souq Hamidiyya is an arcade market exceeding 600m in length.
- Bedouin nomadic culture still remains in inland desert regions.
- Coffee house culture rooted since 19th century, with storytellers 'hakawati' performing.
- Home to many master Arab calligraphers; calligraphy salons held on Thursday nights.