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. It is unclear when the ancient …

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 …

The Ancient City of Damascus is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities and an important city in Islamic history and culture as the capital of the Umayyad caliphate.

Damascus, the capital of Syria, is the country's largest city, surpassing Aleppo after significant population shifts due to conflicts. Known locally as aš-Š?m, Damascus is an essential cultural and …

Aug 28, 2025 · Damascus is the capital of Syria, located in the country's southwest. It is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world and was a key site for the 2011 uprisings that …

Damascus is the capital and largest city of Syria. It is the oldest capital in the world and, according to some, the fourth holiest city in Islam. Known colloqu...

Aug 11, 2025 · But since December, Damascus has filled with visitors and arrivals from elsewhere in Syria, many bringing with them far more conservative values.

5 days ago · Syrian government officials have held talks with the commander of the main Kurdish-led force over plans to merge it with the national army.

Damascus (دمشق Dimaşk) is the capital and largest city of Syria. A city of immense historical importance, Damascus was the capital of the Umayyad Caliphate during the Islamic Golden Age.