Iraq Tourist Attractions: 15 Top Places to Visit
Planning to visit Iraq? Check out our Iraq Travel Guide video and see top most Tourist Attractions in Iraq.
Top Places to visit in Iraq:
Ziggurat of Ur, National Museum of Iraq, Baghdadi Museum, Wadi-us-Salaam Cemetery, Al-Shaheed Monument, Baghdad Zoo, Great Mosque of Samarra, Imam Husayn Shrine, Imam Ali Mosque, Hatra Ruins, Kurdish Textile and Cultural Museum, Sami Abdul Rahman Park, Erbil Kurdistan, Mazi Plus Mall, Shanadar Park
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A Tourist's Guide to Erbil, Iraq-Kurdistan
I fly into Erbil, Kurdistan-Iraq. But this is nothing like Baghdad; it's peaceful and full of culture. I wander around a bazaar, see a bit of the citadel, and then do a rip around the city in a taxi.
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Capital of Iraq
Baghdad is the capital of Iraq. The population of Baghdad, as of 2016, is approximately 8,765,000, making it the largest city in Iraq, the second largest city in the Arab world, and the second largest city in Western Asia.
Located along the Tigris River, the city was founded in the 8th century and became the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate. Within a short time of its inception, Baghdad evolved into a significant cultural, commercial, and intellectual center for the Islamic world.
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12 Things NOT To Do in Iraq
# 12 Things NOT To Do in Iraq
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Iraq is a lovely place.
So know these 12 Things NOT to Do, before you go!
1. Try Not to stand out
Rather than driving fast, surrounded by bodyguards try to blend in as much as possible. Women should dress in local fashion and men should grow out their facial hair.
2. Don't Step On Bread!
Bread is a highly treasured food in Iraq. If you happen across a fallen hunk in the street don't step on it or touch it with your feet!
3. Don't Visit the Borders.
Don't travel near the Syrian, Turkish, or Iranian borders. You may encounter large refugee flows.
4. Don't Bring Bad Luck.
When Iraqis buy a new appliance they will crack an egg over it to wash away any bad luck! Iraqis are very superstitious.
5. Don't Get Jumpy!
You often may see a group of Iraqis shouting and firing rifles. But it's just a traditional way of celebrating a wedding or event. Each tribe has a different song.
6. Don't Bring Bad Luck!
If an Iraqi buys a new car, he may sacrifice a rooster for good luck. If it's a new house he may sacrifice a lamb!
7. Don't Leave the Safe Zones.
Generally speaking, southern Iraq is safer than the Sunni Triangle, and a traveler must be particularly careful in Baghdad, where there are some highly dangerous neighborhoods.
8. DON'T BRING BAD LUCK!
Don't be surprised to find an old shoe hanging in a new house! Iraqis are VERY superstitious!
9. Don't Forget Shots!
The CDC recommends travelers get Hepatitis A and Typhoid vaccines as you can get these diseases through contaminated food or water in Iraq.
10. Don't Compliment Children!
Don't tell an Iraqi how well-behaved or handsome their child is. They believe this could jinx them with The Evil Eye.
11. Don't Eat Around!
In many places you may find yourself eating from a communal dish. In this case only take the portion that's directly in front of you.
12. Don't Eat with Your Left Hand!
According to the Prophet Muhammad, you should only use your right hand. The left hand is reserved for other things...
Now you can enjoy your stay in this stunningly beautiful and diverse country!
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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Erbil, Iraq
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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Erbil, Iraq: 1. Erbil Rotana Hotel *****
2. Divan Erbil Hotel *****
3. Erbil Arjaan by Rotana ****
4. Ankawa Royal Hotel & Spa *****
5. Cristal Erbil Hotel *****
6. Van Royal Hotel *****
7. Erbil View Hotel ****
8. Merci Hotel Erbil ***
9. Grand Palace Hotel Erbil ****
10. Canyon Hotel Erbil ****
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1. Gulan Street, Erbil, Kurdistan, 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $226 - $254
The Erbil Rotana Hotel is located in Erbil, overlooking the Sami Abdul Rahman Park, one of the largest parks in the Middle East. It features a pool, a wellness center and 5 food and beverage outlets. It also offers free parking.
2. Gulan Street, 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $222 - $272
Located in Gulan Street in Erbil, Divan Erbil Hotel offers luxurious, air-conditioned guestrooms with 24-hour room service. The hotel is surrounded by lush gardens and faces Sami Abdul-Rahman Park, the largest park in Erbil.
3. 100 street Baharka bridge intersection, 00001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $113 - $151
Located in the heart of Erbil’s thriving business district and extremely close to its major shopping areas, Erbil Arjaan by Rotana is the ideal choice of hotel apartments for corporate and leisure travelers visiting the city. Popular tourist attractions such as the historic Citadel and bustling downtown bazaars are also nearby, while the property is a 10-minute drive from Erbil International Airport.
4. Ankawa Main Road, Mar Yousif Str, Darga Roundabout, 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $99 - $165
Offering an indoor pool and a spa, Ankawa Royal Hotel & Spa is located in Erbil. The property offers free WiFi in all areas. Citadel Of Hewler is 3.7 mi away and Erbil International Airport is a 5-minute drive away.
5. 100 Meter Road, 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $116 - $156
Offering an indoor pool and a restaurant, Cristal Erbil Hotel is located in Erbil. Free WiFi access is available in the rooms.
6. 60M.Street,Shorish Intersection, 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $108 - $143
Van Royal Hotel is located in Erbil, Iraq. It features well-appointed, air-conditioned rooms and suites equipped with full amenities. It features free WiFi in all areas to serve guests needs.
7. 30 Street, near the Council of Ministers, 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $59 - $70
Offering a restaurant and a fitness center, Erbil View Hotel is located in Erbil. Free WiFi access is available in public areas.
8. 100M street,aladala, 44001 Irbil, Iraq, 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $34 - $59
Just a 10-minute drive from City Center, Merci Hotel is located in Erbil. It offers a gym, a sauna and a restaurant with a 24-hour room service. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas.
9. Ankawa Main Entrance , Erbil , 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $73 - $100
Grand palace hotel Erbil is a 4-star hotel located in the middle of Erbil’s commercial and leisure district. Just a 5-minute drive from Erbil International Airport, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi in all areas, a gym and a panoramic restaurant.
10. Golan Street, 44001 Erbil, Iraq, Price range $75 - $127
Featuring a spa that offers massages and a sauna, Canyon Hotel Erbil provides free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception. Set 3.1 mi from central Erbil, it has free on-site parking.
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Country in the Middle East
Iraq, officially known as the Republic of Iraq, is a country in Western Asia, bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, Kuwait to the southeast, Saudi Arabia to the south, Jordan to the southwest and Syria to the west. The capital, and largest city, is Baghdad.
Iraq has a coastline measuring 58 km (36 miles) on the northern Persian Gulf and encompasses the Mesopotamian Alluvial Plain, the northwestern end of the Zagros mountain range and the eastern part of the Syrian Desert
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DO THEY LIKE AMERICA? (Pakistan, Afghanistan & Iraq)
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There seems to be a negative stereotype that Americans (and other nationalities) have against the Middle East/South Asia - specifically in regards to AFGHANISTAN, PAKISTAN and IRAQ.
And I was eagerly curious to see if it's true the other way around.
So over the last month, as I've traveled deeply into these 3 countries - I interviewed 14 random people on the street and asked them, What are your honest thoughts about America?
I think you will be surprised by their answers.
Truth be told, Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iraqi Kurdistan have some of the most humble and hospitable people I've ever met, and it's about time that we chance our perception of these places!! Share this video if you agree.
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Iraqi Kurdistan - Is it Safe for Travel?
Travel to Iraqi Kurdistan. Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel's Head of Operations, Marc Leaderman, travelled to Iraqi Kurdistan for the first time earlier this year. He discovered a safe and fascinating destination with a rich history, extraordinary landscapes and warm, welcoming people. Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel will run its first group trip into this northern region of Iraq in 2013.
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