“Al-Souriya” Channel Set for Launch as Syria Expands National Media
Damascus, Feb. 16 (SANA) The General Authority of Radio and Television announced Monday the completion of preparations to launch "al-Souriya"…
Colored Sand Art in Damascus: A Craft that reshapes memory within glass
Damascus, Feb. 16 (SANA) In the winding alleys of Souq Al-Qabaqbiya in Old Damascus, where the rhythmic tapping of artisans'…
President al-Sharaa meets Arab intellectuals participating in Damascus Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 16 (SANA) Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa met Monday with a group of Arab poets, writers and intellectuals participating…
Arab publishers at Damascus Book Fair emphasize culture over commerce
Damascus, Feb. 15 (SANA) More than 150 Arab publishing houses are taking part in the Damascus International Book Fair, offering…
Iraq participates in Damascus International Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 15 (SANA) Iraq participated in this year’s Damascus International Book Fair with a wide range of intellectual, literary…
Damascus event showcases Syria’s cultural mosaic and spirit of coexistence
Damascus, Feb. 15 (SANA) In the courtyard of a centuries-old Damascene house, the sounds of song and conversation filled the…
Syria waives publisher fees for Damascus International Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 14 (SANA) Syria’s Culture Minister Mohammad Yassin Saleh said Saturday that publishers will not be charged participation fees…
Syria’s Awqaf Ministry showcases Quran versions at Damascus Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 14 (SANA) The Syrian Ministry of Awqaf (Religious Endowments) is showcasing meticulously reviewed copies of the Quran at…
Nine Days In: Damascus Book Fair pulses with culture, debate and creativity
Damascus, Feb. 14 (SANA) The Damascus International Book Fair, in its first special edition after liberation, entered its ninth day…
Strong Arab participation marks Damascus International Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 13 (SANA) The Damascus International Book Fair continues with broad participation from Arab countries. The fair underscores cultural…
Culture Ministry launches Syrian Cultural House project at Damascus Book Fair
Damascus, Feb.12 (SANA) Ministry of Culture launched on Thursday the Syrian Cultural House project, which is based on three main…
At Damascus Book Fair, stained glass craft brings heritage into the light
Damascus, Feb. 12 (SANA) Amid rows of newly published books and crowded aisles at the Damascus International Book Fair, visitors…
From Masyaf to the world: Syrian women revive natural soap heritage
Masyaf, Feb.12 (SANA) At a time when global concerns are rising over the harmful effects of synthetic chemicals, the world…
Damascus University hosts art initiative promoting civil peace
Damascus, Feb. 11 (SANA) An art exhibition and dialogue conference promoting civil peace opened Tuesday at Damascus University, bringing together…
Second-hand booksellers attend Damascus International Book Fair for first time
Damascus, Feb. 10 (SANA) – Damascus International Book Fair, in its exceptional edition, has seen a notable presence of second-hand…
Kurdish pavilion highlights heritage, draws visitors at Damascus Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 10 (SANA) A pavilion showcasing Kurdish history, literature and heritage has attracted steady visitor interest at the Damascus…
From simple clay to creative craft: A Syrian artisan shapes her own path
Aleppo, Feb. 10 (SANA) Syrian artisan Walaa Mohammad transforms a childhood fascination with clay into a thriving creative practice, blending…
Jordanian publishers take part in Damascus International Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 10 (SANA) About 40 Jordanian publishing houses are participating in the Damascus International Book Fair, organizers said, marking…
Syrian Intangible Heritage comes alive at Damascus International Book Fair
Damascus, Feb.10(SANA) The Syrian Ministry of Culture is presenting the Pavilion of Intangible Cultural Heritage and Traditional Crafts at the…
Syria is Guest of Honor at Riyadh Book Fair as cultural ties grow – minister
Damascus, Feb. 10 (SANA) Syrian Culture Minister Mohammad Yassin Saleh said on Monday that Syria’s selection as Guest of Honor…
Syrian Higher Education Ministry showcases 2,000 academic titles at Damascus Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 9 (SANA) – The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is taking part in the extraordinary 2026…
Cultural festival opens in Damascus highlighting art, heritage and collective memory
Damascus, Feb. 9 (SANA) The “Ishraqat” Cultural and Arts Festival launched Sunday evening at the Damascus Opera House, offering a…
Jordan’s Heritage Award expanded to include Syria and Palestine in 2026
Amman, Feb. 9 (SANA) Jordan’s Heritage Award 2026 was expanded to include projects from Syria and Palestine, organizers said, widening…
Damascene copperwork endures as living heritage
Damascus, Feb. 9 (SANA) At first glance, the objects gleam like gold. A closer look reveals finely worked copper, shaped…
At Damascus Book Fair, 11-year-old Syrian author showcases visual tribute to Syria
Damascus, Feb. 8 (SANA) At just 11 years old, Syrian author Bana Omar Abdullah is making her mark at the…
Kuwait Showcases Diverse Publications at Damascus International Book Fair
Damascus, Feb.08 (SANA) Kuwait is participating in the Damascus International Book Fair’s special post-liberation edition, presenting a variety of books…
Qatar children’s pavilion brings interactive heritage to Damascus Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 8 (SANA) The Children’s Pavilion, presented by the Qatar Ministry of Culture, offers young visitors an interactive cultural…
Cultural Bus blends books and technology at Damascus International Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 8 (SANA) An interactive “Cultural Bus” operated by Syria’s Ministry of Culture is drawing attention at the Children’s…
Thread by thread, an Aleppo artisan preserves Syria’s weaving heritage
Aleppo, Feb. 8 (SANA) The craft of hand weaving on the loom is considered one of the oldest manual practices…
At Seven, Syrian girl finds freedom and hope in books
Damascus, Feb. 8 (SANA) Seven-year-old Syrian girl Wateen al-Masri wandered through the children’s section of the Damascus International Book Fair…
“Spirit of the East” concert showcases syrian musical heritage in Homs
Homs, Feb. 8 (SANA) Syrian singer Hala Naqrour, joined by the Nahawand Choir, performed a traditional music concert titled “Spirit…
Saudi Arabia highlights culture and heritage as guest of honor at Damascus Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 7 (SANA) - Saudi Arabia has been named Guest of Honor at the Damascus International Book Fair, presenting…
Damascus International Book Fair attarcts 250,000 visitors on its first day
Damascus Feb. 7 (SANA) The administration of Damascus International Book Fair said that the event attracted approximately 250,000 visitors on…
Resafa, the Jewel of the Syrian desert and witness to ancient civilizations
Raqqa, Feb. 6 (SANA) Amid the vast Syrian desert, southwest of the city of Raqqa, rise the imposing ruins of…
Heritage craft faces extinction as Syrian artisan keeps reed weaving alive
Latakia, Feb. 6 (SANA) In a quiet corner of Latakia’s countryside, Syrian artisan Nabhan Kafraqtari sits among piles of reeds,…
Syria, Saudi culture ministers highlight cultural ties at Damascus Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 6 (SANA) Syria’s Minister of Culture, Mohammad Yassin Saleh, and Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Culture, Prince Badr bin…
President al-Sharaa: Damascus to reclaim its role as beacon of learning and knowledge
Damascus, Feb. 5 (SANA) Under the patronage and in the presence of President of the Syrian Arab Republic Ahmad al-Sharaa,…
Foreign Minister meets Saudi Culture Minister on Damascus Book Fair sidelines
Damascus, Feb.5 (SANA) Foreign Minister, Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, met on Thursday with Saudi Arabia's Minister of Culture, Prince Badr bin…
In the presence of President al-Sharaa, Damascus International Book Fair launched
Damascus, Feb.5 ( SANA) In the presence of President Ahmad al-Sharaa, the official opening ceremony of Damascus International Book Fair…
Syria relaunches Damascus Radio as multi-platform broadcaster in Damascus
Damascus, Feb.05 (SANA) Damascus Radio has officially relaunched with a new audio-visual identity, marking the start of a modern phase…
Al-Mansour Mosque in Raqqa reflects Abbasid-era architectural heritage
Raqqa, Feb. 5 (SANA) The historic al-Mansour Mosque, also known as the Old Mosque, stands at the center of Raqqa…
Syria’s culture minister: Damascus Book Fair marks shift toward free cultural space
Damascus, Feb. 5 (SANA) Syrian Culture Minister Mohammad Yassin Saleh said the Damascus International Book Fair this year reflects a…
Damascus International Book Fair opens as platform for dialogue with prominent guests
Damascus, Feb. 4 (SANA) The Damascus International Book Fair, opening Thursday at the Damascus Fairgrounds in a special edition, offers…
Cultural event at Syria’s National Library highlights heritage and youth participation
Damascus, Feb. 4 (SANA) A cultural and heritage event was held Tuesday at the Syrian National Library, bringing together music,…
Diplomats highlight the importance of safeguarding Syria’s traditional crafts
Damascus, Feb.3 (SANA) A diplomatic delegation visited a traditional arts incubator in Damascus on Tuesday, emphasising the need to preserve…
Syrian artist Doaa al-Bastati turns disability into distinctive art
Damascus, Feb.3 (SANA) At a charity bazaar in Damascus this week, visitors paused not only to view glass paintings on…
Syria’s Qalaat Semaan: Ancient church-turned-fortress bears marks of history and war
Aleppo, Feb. 3 (SANA) Qalaat Semaan, also known as the Church of St. Simeon Stylites, stands in the Aleppo countryside,…
Gardenia Choir marks 10th anniversary with concert at Damascus Opera House
Damascus, Feb. 3 (SANA) The Gardenia Choir marked a decade since its founding with a concert at the Damascus Opera…
Charity bazaar in Damascus supports women and people with disabilities
Damascus, Feb. 3 (SANA)- A charity bazaar showcasing handmade products by women and people with disabilities opened on Monday in…
Damascus International Book Fair to host more than 650 cultural events
Damascus, Jan. 2 (SANA) The Damascus International Book Fair will host more than 650 cultural events across three specialized halls…
‘Wood 1’ exhibition brings generations together in Syrian sculpture
Damascus, Feb. 2 (SANA) Works by 29 Syrian sculptors representing different generations and artistic backgrounds are on display in the…
“Lend Me Your Wall”: Damascus’ Arches Where Solidarity Became Architecture
Damascus, Feb.1 (SANA) In the narrow lanes of Damascus’ Old City, stone arches bridging alleyways still stand as quiet reminders…
Jaabar Castle, a historic landmark on the Euphrates in Raqqa province
Raqqa, Feb. 1 (SANA) Jaabar Castle is located in Syria’s Jazira region on the left bank of the Euphrates River,…
National Library to showcase rare collections at Damascus International Book Fair
Damascus, Feb. 1 (SANA) The Syrian National Library is preparing to participate in the Damascus International Book Fair, set to…
Tracing the alphabet: Damascus Book Fair highlights Syria’s millennia of knowledge
Damascus, Jan .31 (SANA) Damascus International Book Fair this year offers more than books, it tells the story of Syria’s…
Between scalpel and brush: a Syrian doctor’s journey into art and soul
Damascus, Jan. 30 (SANA) In a world where science and art are often seen as distant realms, one voice affirms…
Syrian actress Huda Shaarawi found dead in her home in Damascus
Damascus, Jan.29 (SANA) Syrian actress, Huda Shaarawi, passed away on Thursday at the age of 88 following a horrific murder…
“Treasures of the East” concert revives classical Arabic music at Damascus Opera House
Damascus, Jan. 29 (SANA) The Eastern Music Ensemble on Wednesday evening presented a concert of classical Arabic music at the…
Raqqa Museum: A journey through Millennia along the Euphrates
Raqqa, Jan. 27 (SANA) Nestled on the banks of the Euphrates, the Raqqa Archaeological Museum offers a window into thousands…
Traditional crafts in Syria’s Jazira region: Women keep the past alive
Damascus, Jan. 27 (SANA) In Syria’s Jazira region, traditional crafts are more than decorative arts—they are a vital part of…
Incense: The fragrance connecting past and present in Syrian culture
Damascus, Jan. 26 (SANA) In Syria, incense is more than just a fragrance it is a living link to the…
Damascus Heritage House opens at the citadel, reviving Syria’s living memory
Damascus, Jan. 26 (SANA) Syria’s Ministry of Culture inaugurated on Sunday the Damascus Heritage House at the Damascus Citadel, a…
Syrian voice actor Ibrahim Jalal wins Voice Arts Awards in Hollywood
Washington,Jan. 26 (SANA) Syrian voice actor Ibrahim Jalal has won the Voice Arts Awards in the Cartoon/Animation category, capping eight…
The Sinners” breaks records with 98th Academy Award Nominations
The Sinners” breaks records with 98th Academy Award Nominations Damascus, Jan. 25(SANA) ‘The Sinners’, directed by Ryan Coogler, leads the…
Jaabar Castle, a Jewel on the Euphrates River
Raqqa, January 24. (SANA)- Jaabar Castle, one of Syria's most magnificent and symbolic fortresses, sits atop a rocky plateau overlooking…
Arab Writers Union launches independent publishing house to support Syrian authors
Damascus, Jan. 24 (SANA) The Arab Writers Union announced on Saturday the establishment of an independent publishing house dedicated to…
Artistic evening in Homs highlights themes of love and peace
Homs, Jan. 23 (SANA) The Palace of Culture Theater in Homs hosted an artistic evening titled “In Love and Peace”…
Homs celebrates Circassian Heritage Day
Homs, Jan. 23 (SANA) The Cultural Palace Theater in Homs hosted an event marking Circassian Heritage Day, organized by the…
Syrian singer Joudy Shaheen makes history with “The Voice” victory
Damascus, Jan. 22 (SANA) Syrian singer Joudy Shaheen has made history by winning the sixth season of “The Voice: Ahla…
Damascus to host International Book Fair with 35 countries participating
Damascus, Jan. 21 (SANA) Syria is set to welcome the first post-liberation edition of the Damascus International Book Fair, scheduled…
Qasr al-Banat, one of Raqqa’s most significant archaeological landmarks
Raqqa, Jan. 20 (SANA) Qasr al-Banat, an 11th-century palace southeast of the Syrian city of Raqqa, remains one of the…
The Kurds in Syria: A deep-rooted presence and an Active Role in the National Fabric
Damascus, Jan. 18 (SANA) The Kurds constitute one of the most important social and cultural components of Syrian society and…
Syrian women showcase creativity at ‘Stories Made by Hands’ handicrafts exhibition
Damascus, Jan. 19 (SANA) Syrian women are turning their passion and talent into art at the “Stories Made by Hands”…
Syria’s glorious textile industry fights extinction and embraces the future
Damascus – January. 17 (SANA) Syria’s textile industry has long stood as a cornerstone of the national economy, with a…
Ibn Wardan Palace: When the Rain Awakens the Scent of History
Hama, Jan. 16 (SANA) Rising silently in the heart of the Syrian desert,Ibn Wardan Palace is one of the rare…
Syria’s deep-rooted imprint on Spanish architecture
Damascus, Jan. 15 (SANA) From the streets of Damascus to the squares of Granada, Syria's influence on Spanish architecture has…
“Spring Sonata” brings Syrian memory to Damascus stage
Damascus, Jan. 12 (SANA) Spring Sonata, a monodrama by Jamal Adam, starring Mazen al-Natour and directed by Maher Sleibi, was…
German scholar highlights Syria’s embroidery as a living cultural identity
Damascus, Jan. 11 (SANA) German writer and researcher Heike Weber delivered a lecture at "Zawaya" Gallery in Damascus, shedding light…
Damascus and its seven famed gates… where history meets the stars
Damascus, (SANA) Kisan, Sharqi, Touma, al-Saghir, al-Jabiya, al-Faradis, and al-Farj—the names of the seven historic gates of Damascus, each carries…
Reviving Harasta’s historic bathhouse preserves Eastern Ghouta’s living memory
Damascus Countryside, Jan. 07 (SANA) As restoration work continues on Harasta’s historic bathhouse in Eastern Ghouta, residents say the centuries-old…
Multilingual Armenian Christmas event at the Lady of Damascus Church
Damascus, Jan. 5 (SANA) The “Shushi” Choir of the Armenian Orthodox Archbishopric in Damascus held a Christmas musical evening entitled…
Great Umayyad mosque of Damascus, a millennial symbol of faith and coexistence
Damascus, Jan 2 (SANA) – The Great Umayyad Mosque of Damascus, one of the oldest and most important religious monuments…
Aleppo Citadel: Witness to the city’s great history and legacy
Damascus, Jan. 2 (SANA) Towering above Aleppo’s Old City, the Aleppo Citadel has stood for centuries as both a military…
Syria launches new national strategy to safeguard cultural heritage
Damascus, Jan. 1 (SANA) The General Directorate of Antiquities and Museums on Thursday announced the outlines of Syria’s new national…
A living museum in Old Damascus keeps centuries of heritage alive
Damascus, Dec. 31 (SANA) In the historic al-Qanawat neighborhood of Old Damascus stands the Damascene Heritage House, a space that…
Collective musical evening at Damascus Opera House marks farewell to 2025
Damascus, Dec.30 (SANA) Four Syrian choirs came together on the stage of the Damascus Opera House for a festive musical…
National Christmas evening in al-Hawash celebrates unity, love and peace
Homs, Dec 29 (SANA) A national Christmas evening blending patriotic songs with traditional Christmas hymns was held at St. Elias…
“Aleppo Night” festival revives Khan al-Shouna and Aleppine heritage
Aleppo ,Dec. 28 (SANA) The “Aleppo Nights” heritage festival kicked off on Sunday evening at the historic Khan al-Shouna, adjacent to…
“Jasmine Meets Olive” celebrates Arab-Kurdish unity in Damascus
Damascus, Dec. 28 (SANA) The Syrian National Library in Damascus hosted the cultural event “Jasmine Meets Olive” on Saturday, highlighting…
