Embassy of Iran in Damascus, Syria; address Mezzeh Autostrad, next to Al-Razi Hospital, Damascus; phone +6113700. Head of mission: Dr Mehdi Sobhani.
Head of mission: Dr Mehdi Sobhani, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Iran offers a rich historical and diverse landscape, making it an appealing destination for some of Syria's 21 million residents. Although foreign tourist numbers are modest, the country's tourism sector is undergoing adjustments, reflecting evolving visitor trends.
Iran is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Syria. According to the Global Peace Index, Iran ranks 131st out of 160 countries, while Syria is ranked 153rd. Both countries have the same murder rate of 2.2 per 100,000 people, but Iran has a lower female murder rate of 0.6. In terms of organized crime, Syria scores lower in various categories, indicating a higher prevalence of crime. For instance, Syria has a mafia group index of 4.5 compared to Iran's 7.0, and crime networks score 9.0 for Syria versus 7.5 for Iran. Additionally, state crime is rated at 10.0 for Syria, while Iran is at 9.5. Overall, while both countries face challenges, Iran is relatively safer for tourists coming from Syria.
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