Tag: Iraq

The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) in Doha is one of the world’s leading institutions dedicated to the art of the Islamic world. Housed in an architectural masterpiece, it sits…

Seif Palace is a significant historical and architectural landmark in Kuwait City, Kuwait. Serving as the official headquarters of the Emir of Kuwait, the Crown Prince, and the Prime Minister,…

Al Mutlaa Ridge, often referred to simply as Mutla Ridge, is the most prominent hill in Kuwait. Located in the Jahra Governorate, it offers sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding…

The Arabian Desert is a monumental wilderness stretching across much of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a land of dramatic contrasts, from towering sand dunes to rugged mountains, and a…

Failaka Island is a unique island in Kuwait, blending ancient history with recreational opportunities. Located in the northern Persian Gulf, about 20 kilometers (12 miles) off the coast of Kuwait…

The Tareq Rajab Museum is a unique cultural institution in Kuwait, housing an extensive private collection of Islamic art and artifacts. Opened in 1980, it is the culmination of over fifty years…

The Tareq Rajab Museum is a unique cultural institution in Kuwait, housing an extensive private collection of Islamic art and artifacts. Opened in 1980, it is the culmination of over fifty years…

Al Mubarakiya Souq is a historic and vibrant traditional market located in the heart of Kuwait City. As one of the oldest souqs in Kuwait, it served as a central…

Shanidar Cave is a globally significant archaeological site located in the Zagros Mountains of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. It is not famous for its architecture or natural beauty in…

The Mesa of Amedi is an ancient town located in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, famous for its dramatic and highly defensible location atop a flat-topped crag, or mesa. This…

The Iraqi Marshes, also known as the Mesopotamian Marshes, are a vast wetland ecosystem located in southern Iraq, within the floodplains of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. This unique and…

Al-Mutanabbi Street is not a historical ruin or a grand architectural monument in the traditional sense, but rather a profound cultural landmark in Baghdad, Iraq. It is a bustling street…

Mar Mattai Monastery, also known as the Monastery of St. Matthew, is a revered Syriac Orthodox monastery perched on Mount Alfaf in northern Iraq. As one of the oldest Christian…

The Imam Hussein Shrine is one of the most sacred sites in Shia Islam and a magnificent architectural complex located in the city of Karbala, Iraq. It is the burial…

The Great Ziggurat of Ur is a magnificent stepped pyramid temple located in the ancient Sumerian city of Ur, within modern-day Iraq. It is one of the most well-preserved and…

Babylon is an ancient city located in central-southern Mesopotamia, within modern-day Iraq, near the town of Al-Ḥillah and approximately 85 kilometers (53 miles) south of Baghdad. It is one of…

The Ashur Ruins, also known as Qal’at Sherqat, are the remains of the ancient city of Ashur, located in northern Iraq. This archaeological site is of immense historical and cultural…

The Hatra Archaeological Site is a remarkable fortified city located in northern Iraq, a profound testament to the cultural and architectural fusion that defined the ancient Near East. It is…

Samarra Archaeological City is a vast and historically significant site in central Iraq, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its outstanding and well-preserved remains of the Abbasid Caliphate’s…

The Blue Mosque, officially known as the Mausoleum of Ali or the Shrine of Hazrat Ali, is a magnificent and deeply revered mosque located in the city of Mazar-i-Sharif in…

Kuwait, officially the State of Kuwait, is a country in West Asia and the geopolitical region known as the Middle East. It is situated in the northern edge of the…

Jordan, officially the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, is a country in West Asia. It is bordered by Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Palestine, and it has a small coastline…

Israel is a parliamentary democracy in the Middle East, situated on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. It is a nation of significant historical and religious importance, with its…

Iraq, officially the Republic of Iraq, is a country in Western Asia with a rich and complex history. It is often referred to as the “Cradle of Civilization” as it…

Iran, officially the Islamic Republic of Iran, is a country in West Asia. It’s a theocratic state with a dual system of government that combines elements of a parliamentary democracy…

Asia is the world’s largest and most populous continent, offering a kaleidoscope of cultures, landscapes, and experiences. Listen to an introduction about Asian Community Area and Population:Asia covers an area…