Al-Raqqah Governorate

Al-Raqqah Governorate is an administrative division in northern Syria that stretches along the Euphrates River, combining farmland with urban areas. The territory is organized into several districts that serve different communities and rural regions.

The region was originally known as Al-Rashid district before it was renamed and reorganized in 1970. This change marked an important shift in how the northern Syrian area was administratively organized.

The governorate maintains strong agricultural traditions with inhabitants cultivating wheat, cotton, and other crops along the fertile banks of the Euphrates River.

The region is best explored along main routes and established roads that connect the different districts. Visitors should expect varying conditions and consider local circumstances before heading to more remote areas.

The region is home to ancient archaeological sites from when it was under Hellenistic and Roman control. These remnants reveal layers of human occupation that spanned centuries along the Euphrates.

Location: Syria

Capital city: Raqqa

Website: http://esyria.sy/eraqqa

GPS coordinates: 36.00000,38.90000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 23:15