Syria is an unincorporated village in Madison County, Virginia, United States. It lies along the Old Blue Ridge Turnpike (State Route 670), adjoining the southeastern border of the Shenandoah National Park. Its ZIP Code is 22743.
Syria is located east of the Blue Ridge Mountains and near the Rose River and Robinson River junction.
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History
The name "Syria" was first applied to the area in 1898 when the local branch of the United States Postal Service opened under the name the Syria Post Office, the name "Syria" chosen because the region of Syria was named in the Bible.
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Syria has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
