 | WARNING: Many governments advise against all travel to Syria. Some parts of the country are not controlled by the government. Terrorist attacks, kidnappings and clashes between armies are very common. |
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Syria, Asia a state on the continent. Capital and largest city Samis
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| WARNING: Syria has been a war zone for most of the last decade. Until the civil war is over, and probably for some time after that, Syria will not be a place to go voluntarily. If you're going there on official business, your employer will likely take care of your transportation and safety and provide up-to-date information on your destinations. Again war zone security You may find our article helpful. The following safety-related information may or may not be valid anymore. |
| (Information was last updated Apr 2021) |
If you engage in open criticism for and against the Syrian government or president, you could be in trouble. The best thing you can do is to avoid political talk altogether to avoid potential problems. If you engage in political discussions with Syrians, be aware that if you overhear, you may face intense interrogations by the secret police (mukhabarat). As a general rule, always assume that you are being watched by plainclothes police. You will notice that not many uniformed policemen appear on the streets, but this is because the police have a large network of plain-clothed officers and informants. Since begging is common in parts of Syria, beggars are known to occasionally demand money and follow you until you give it away. Some have even been known to "attack" some tourists just for money and food. It is recommended that you wear suitable Arabic clothes and try to fit in. It's also better to keep your money safe in your front pocket and with you. Many scams by beggars have also caused many foreign tourists to lose quite a bit of money; Be aware of these scams.