Umayyad Square Square

Address: Umayyad Square (Al-Midan Al-Umayyadi), Damascus, Syria

Umayyad Square is a large public square in central Damascus, Syria, named after the Umayyad dynasty. It serves as one of the city’s principal urban squares.

The square functions as a major traffic and transport junction and a meeting point for locals. Surrounding streets feed several of Damascus’s main thoroughfares, and the open space is used for ceremonies and public gatherings.

The name reflects the Umayyad dynasty; the plaza developed as part of Damascus’s modern urban fabric during the 20th century and has been used for civic events and demonstrations. Over time the square has remained a central node for city movement and gatherings.

Located in central Damascus, the square sits within the urban core and connects to major roads and transport links serving the city.

• Role: Functions as one of Damascus’s principal urban squares and a major traffic and transport junction within the city.
• Name and use: Named for the Umayyad dynasty; commonly used for public gatherings and official events.

Located in central Damascus; reachable by city buses and taxis. The square sits on major thoroughfares in the Damascus Governorate - local directions from the Old City or the Umayyad Mosque area are straightforward by taxi.

• If visiting the surrounding streets, move with caution and check local guidance - the square has been the site of political events and traffic can change suddenly.
• Walk the perimeter at dusk to see the square's government buildings light up; dress respectfully near official complexes.