🔴 Outside business hours Business hours in Ar Raqqah:
Mon–Fri, 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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Geographical & Cultural Overview

Ar Raqqah, a significant locality within Syria, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Ar Raqqah, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude 35.95283 and longitude 39.00788, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 259 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 177,636 people, Ar Raqqah holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLA underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of 04. It is further organized within the subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as Al-Rakka, Ar Raqqah, Ar-Rakka, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Ar Raqqah are synchronized to the Asia/Damascus timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

Al-Rakka
Ar Raqqah
Ar-Rakka
Ar-Raqqah
Nicephorium
Rakka
Raqqa
Raqqah
alrqt
Ар-Ракка
الرقة