About Damascus: Damascus, the capital of Syria, is often called the oldest capital city in the world. People have lived here without stopping for around 5,000 years, thanks to the Barada River oasis. Its bustling old markets and Straight Street have been busy for thousands of years. Traders have walked its Straight Street for thousands of years

Location: In south-western Syria, below Mount Qasioun · Country: Syria · Age: A city for around 5,000 years · Continent: Asia · Setting: A green oasis fed by the Barada River · Famous For: Being the world's oldest capital city · Claim To Fame: The oldest capital people have never stopped living in