Every September, held in Damascus, the Arabic Book Fair is newly incepted but has proved quite famous. The fair’s main aim is to promote Arabic literature and showcase local writers, both established and up-and-coming. Many international authors are also showcased in this event. The festival includes many events, including book launches, signings, and discussions with the authors.

Every year in July, Aleppo celebrates the annual Cotton Festival. The region produces almost all of Syria’s cotton exports, and during the annual Cotton Festival, factories open their doors to boast their wares and skills. Locals from all over the country attend the event to learn new and valuable skills and buy 100 percent cotton goods at a fraction of the usual price.

 The Silk Road Festival is an exciting event in September that aims to enrich intercultural appreciation and community interaction, inspire travel and technological discoveries with ancient Silk Road aspirations.

The capital city, Damascus, is taken on a journey into the past and transformed into what it once looked like when it was a meeting place for Silk Road caverns. The festival also reaches other cities bathed in vibrant colors and hosts many cultural activities.

One of the most well-known events is Eid al-Fitr in August every year. Eid marks the end of the month of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan. Traditionally, the event is celebrated by family and friends gathering for a great feast, exchanging gifts, wearing new clothes, and of course, and attending the mosque. Other key elements of the Eid celebrations are giving money to the poor known as 'Zakat al-Fitr,' the amount to be given depends on the possessions someone has.

For many Muslims, Eid al-Fitr is a festival to demonstrate gratitude to Allah for the help and strength he gave them throughout the month of Ramadan to help them practice self-control. 

The Feast of the sacrifice, known as Eid al-Adha, Eid ul Adha, Id-ul-Azha, and Id-ul-Zuha, is vital in Islamic countries worldwide; this festival lasts for two to three years days.

The sacred festival commemorates Prophet Abraham's or Ibrahim's sacrifice of his first-born son to God. Locals slaughter a sheep to this effect and together, as families and friends, hold great feasts all over the region.

Aleppo’s citadel is a massive fortified palace in the center of the Old Town. It is also the second-largest city in the country. The ancient Aleppo Citadel is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list and Aleppo Old Town.

The Castle has gone through several occupations and renovations over the years. The citadel is one of the only attractions in Aleppo to survive the civil war. Unfortunately, the Grand Mosque of Aleppo and the souk were destroyed during the war.

The Great Mosque of Damascus, the Umayyad Mosque, is one of the world's ancientest and hugest mosques. It was built in the 7th Century after the Muslim conquest of Damascus.

The mosque's site now stands initially as a temple dedicated to the idol Hadad in the Aramaean era about 3000 years ago. When the Romans ruled Damascus, a temple was built to worship Jupiter. It then became a Christian church dedicated to John the Baptist in the Byzantine era towards the fourth Century. Nowadays, it is seen as a masterpiece of early Islamic architecture.

Krak des Chevaliers also called  Crac des Chevaliers, is an imposing former crusaders castle that has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006. Located not far from the city of Homs, the Crac des Chevaliers was built by the Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem from 1142 to 1271. It is widely regarded as one of the most significant preserved medieval castles globally. Its location is essential as, during the first crusade, the castle overlooked a valley that was the only route from Antioch to Beirut and the Mediterranean.

Damascus is the ancient capital city and the largest city of Syria, established about 10,000 B.C. to 8,000 B.C. Known as the world’s oldest inhabited city, you will always have that ancient feel as you tour around this magnificent tourist spot in Syria. An ideal activity in the town is to behold the astounding panoramic view of Damascus from the peak of Mount Qasioun.