The Prophet Muhammad 's first indirect interaction with the people of Damascus was when he sent a letter, through his companion Shiya ibn Wahab, to Harith ibn Abi Shamir, the king of Damascus.

3 days ago · Damascus is the capital of Syria. Located in the southwestern corner of the country, it has been called the ‘pearl of the East,’ praised for its beauty and lushness.

Damascus (دمشق transliteration: Dimashq, also commonly known as al-Shām) is the capital and largest city of Syria. It is thought to be among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Its current …

Get facts, photos, and travel tips for the ancient city of Damascus, a World Heritage site in Syria, from National Geographic.

1 day ago · Anxiety, anger, and hope in Syria’s Damascus after SDF ceasefire Exhausted by war, Damascus longs for unity as ceasefire sparks hope. But questions of integration and stability remain.

2 days ago · Jan 22 - The Syrian government has retaken swathes of northern and eastern Syria from Kurdish forces, consolidating President Ahmed al-Sharaa's rule nearly 14 months after Bashar al …

3 days ago · The Syrian government has retaken swathes of northern and eastern Syria from Kurdish forces.