Geography of Afrin

Description

This report presents a comprehensive geographical profile of the Afrin region in northwestern Syria. It describes Afrin as a distinct geographical and cultural area within the Aleppo Governorate, characterized by mountainous terrain (Kurd Mountains) and fertile river valleys (Afrin River). The text highlights the strategic geopolitical location bordering Turkey, which significantly impacts the region's crucial water resource, the transboundary Afrin River. The report also covers Afrin's Mediterranean climate, its diverse soil types supportive of agriculture, particularly the extensive olive cultivation, and the geological context including proximity to active fault lines.