As-Suwayda Governorate

As-Suwayda Governorate is an administrative region in southern Syria with diverse topography spanning mountains and plains. The territory contains both agricultural flatlands in the western areas and the rugged Jebel al-Druze mountain range to the east.

The region experienced settlement during Nabataean, Roman, and Byzantine times, each period leaving traces of temples and water structures. These archaeological remains show how different civilizations used this territory over the centuries.

The Druze community forms the foundation of local society, with their religious practices and customs visible in daily life and community gatherings. One notices this cultural presence in how residents organize their towns and celebrate their traditions together.

The most pleasant time to visit is between autumn and spring when temperatures are moderate. Visitors exploring the region should wear sturdy footwear since the terrain is hilly and varied.

The region earned the nickname 'Little Venezuela' because of Syrian immigrants from Venezuela who settled and built businesses here. This unusual connection left a mark on the commercial life and character of the capital city.