Damascus

geographical name

city in southwestern Syria that is believed by some to be the oldest city in the world having continuous existence

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“Damascus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Damascus. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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