v2.4.0.6
Document and Entity Information (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2010
Jan. 31, 2011
Jun. 30, 2010
Document and Entity Information      
Document Type 10-K    
Amendment Flag false    
Document Period End Date Dec. 31, 2010    
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2010    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Entity Registrant Name SOHU COM INC    
Entity Central Index Key 0001104188    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-31    
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer    
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   38,169,360  
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer Yes    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Public Float     $ 1,218