Top 10 Sights to See
1
Krak des Chevaliers
1
Medieval Crusader Castle and Historic Fortress
4.6
5 SYP
2 Hours
2
Citadel of Homs
2
Ancient fortress with rich history and architecture.
4.5
3 SYP
1.5 Hours
3
Temple of Bel
3
Ancient architectural marvel and cultural icon
4.6
Free
1 Hour
4
Chastel Blanc (Safita Tower)
4
Historic Crusader tower with stunning views
4.6
Free
1.5 Hours
5
Um Al Zenar Church
5
Historic Christian Church with Unique Architecture
4.7
Free
30 Mins
6
Patriarchal Monastery of St. George
6
Historic spiritual sanctuary of St. George
4.7
Free
1 Hour
7
Qalaat Fakhr ad-Din al-Maani
7
Historic fortress offering panoramic views
4.8
Free
1 Hour
8
Museum of Palmyra
8
Explore ancient treasures and history
4.6
5 SYP
1.5 Hours
Top 10 Best Places to Eat and Drink
1
New Moon Café & Restaurant
1
Cozy spot for local and international cuisine.
4
10 SYP
1 Hour
2
Julia Palace Restaurant
2
Authentic Syrian cuisine in charming setting
4.1
10 SYP
1 Hour
3
FooDoo Restaurant
3
Savor Authentic Syrian Flavors
4
15 SYP
1 Hour
4
مطعم وحلويات شعاع
4
Delightful Middle Eastern flavors
4.3
5 SYP
30 Mins
5
Toshka Paradise
5
Delightful dining with Middle Eastern flavors
4.5
10 SYP
1 Hour
6
مطعم مزايا
6
Traditional Syrian cuisine in a cozy setting
4
10 SYP
1 Hour
7
Delicious Fast Food
7
Quick bites with local flavor
3.8
5 SYP
30 Mins
Good to Know About Homs
Currency
SYP
The official currency is the Syrian Pound (SYP). Cash is predominantly used, and credit card acceptance is limited, so carrying sufficient local currency is advisable.
Language
Arabic
Arabic is the official and most widely spoken language in Homs, used in daily communication, media, and education.
Time Zone
EET
GMT+02:00
Homs operates in the Eastern European Time (EET) zone, which is 2 hours ahead of GMT.
Emergency Numbers
112
General Emergencies
Dial 112 for general emergencies including medical, fire, and police assistance in Homs and across Syria.
Wi-Fi & Connectivity
Limited Wi-Fi availability
Limited free Wi-Fi in some hotels and cafes
Wi-Fi is not widely available and can be inconsistent. Travelers often rely on local SIM cards with mobile data plans for connectivity.
Geo Coordinates
1. Latitude: 34.7324° N
2. Longitude: 36.7137° E
3. Altitude: 501 meters (average) above sea level
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