Syrian Desert, Desert and steppe region in Syria, Jordan, and Iraq.
The Syrian Desert contains vast expanses of limestone bedrock and chert gravel, with elevations ranging between 700 and 900 meters across the Hamad Plateau.
The desert region served as a crucial trade route during Roman times, connecting the Mediterranean to Mesopotamia through settlements like Palmyra and Dura-Europos.
Bedouin tribes maintain traditional nomadic lifestyles in the desert, managing livestock and utilizing natural water sources found in scattered oases.
Annual rainfall in the region averages 127 millimeters, limiting vegetation growth to specific plant species adapted to the harsh desert conditions.
The Syrian Desert supports numerous migratory water birds that use the Euphrates River valley as a natural corridor during their seasonal movements.
GPS coordinates: 33.40000,38.75000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:24
The world's largest desert expanses range from the poles to subtropical areas. From Antarctica with its 14 million square kilometers to the Mojave plains, these regions are characterized by extreme conditions and low rainfall. Polar deserts dominate in area, followed by hot deserts like the Sahara and the Arabian Desert. Each region features specific geological and climatic characteristics, creating distinct landscapes.
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