Discover more about Syria’s religious demographics – what are the biggest & smallest groups & where do they live in the country? Home to a variety of religions and ethnic groups, Syria is renowned for its diversity across centuries. The country has also become a home for millions of refugees and other communities, including Kurds, Palestinians and Iraqis. However, Syria’s cultural landscape has also been marred by conflicts and displacements, all of which threaten the existence of several religious communities who once thrived within the country. Here we reveal the biggest religious communities in Syria, along with those who have faced dwindling numbers through both historical and ongoing persecution. Related reads: Sunni Muslim – 74 per cent Estimates suggest that 74 per cent of Syria’s population is Sunni Muslim, a demographic that also includes ethnic Arabs, Kurds, Circassians, Chechens, and some Turkmen. Two major branches of Islam in the world – Sunni … Continue reading Exploring Syria’s religious landscape