Ḩamāh, Hama, Syria uses Asia/Damascus, currently +03 (UTC+03:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Ḩamāh is a city in Syria, with a population of about 460,600. It keeps the same time year-round, with no daylight saving changes.
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Hama's older quarters near the river keep the city's landmarks within walking distance of each other, while newer neighborhoods further out are quieter and more residential. Staying centrally makes the most of a short visit.
The city's historic wooden waterwheels along the river are a distinctive local sight, best appreciated in the cooler morning or evening light. The old town's narrow streets reward a slow, unhurried walk.
Shared taxis and minibuses cover local routes, with the older parts of the city compact enough to explore on foot. Longer regional trips typically depart from a central bus station.
Spring and autumn bring mild, comfortable temperatures, while summers are hot and dry and winters are cooler with occasional rain. Shoulder seasons generally make for the most pleasant sightseeing.
Syria uses the SYP, calling code +963.
Syria's currency is the pound, and Arabic is the official language spoken throughout the country. A warm, hospitable welcome is a strong part of local custom.
