SYRIA
Formal Name: Syrian Arab Republic Capital: Damascus Other Major Cities:   Population: 16.7 million Life Expectancy: 64 male, 66 female Religion: Islam 90%, Christainity 9% Government: Multiparty republic Language(s): Arabic Hello   Goodbye   Thank you   Currency: Syrian pound = 100 piastres Per Capita: $1160 20th Century Recap:   Fun Fact:   Must see sights/landmarks:   Useful Websites: visit-syria.com