Standard TimeEET |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time
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UTC+3 |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Damascus |
Safitai time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Introduction to Safetai, Syria
Safetai is a coastal town in the Tartus Province of Syria, located on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, about 20 kilometers from the provincial capital of Tartus. The town is known for its long tradition of maritime trade and its strategic location, and is one of Syria's important fishing ports.
Geographic and Demographic Characteristics
Safetai is located in the coastal plain of western Syria and has a Mediterranean climate with warm, humid summers and mild, rainy winters. The town has a population of about 30,000 people, mostly Arabs, who are mainly engaged in fishing, agriculture and small trading activities.
Economy and Industry
Fishing is the mainstay of Safetey's economy, with a modern fishing harbor and fleet of fishing boats that produce sardines, mackerel and other seafood. Surrounding farmland is planted with cash crops such as citrus and olives, and some residents are engaged in tourism-related services.
History and Culture
Safetey retains ancient remains from the Phoenician period, and Roman shipwreck artifacts have been found in the nearby waters. There are several Ottoman-era buildings in the town, and traditional fishing boat building techniques are on Syria's Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Transportation and Tourism
The town is connected to the major cities of Latakia and Tartus by a coastal highway and has a small passenger terminal. Visitors can visit the fishing market, sample fresh seafood, or experience the Mediterranean by hiking in the nearby Ansariya Mountains.
Safitai Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-29
Sunrise Time
07:42
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Sunset Time
17:32
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