The Damascene Rose Festival, celebrated on June 20th, is one of the most colorful and fragrant festivals in Syria. The festival is dedicated to the Damascene rose, which is also known as the Rosa Damascena or the Damascus Rose. This variety of rose is renowned for its beauty, fragrance, and medicinal properties, and has been cultivated in Syria for centuries.

During the festival, the streets of Damascus are decorated with roses, and visitors can enjoy the sight and smell of thousands of roses in bloom. There are also various cultural and artistic events that take place, including concerts, poetry readings, and dance performances.

One of the highlights of the festival is the crowning of the Rose Queen, who is chosen from among the young women of Damascus. The Rose Queen is dressed in a traditional Syrian gown and adorned with roses, and she presides over the festival events.

In addition to its cultural and aesthetic significance, the Damascene Rose Festival is also important for the local economy. The cultivation of the Damascus Rose is a major industry in Syria, and the festival is an opportunity for rose growers to showcase their products and connect with potential customers.