Culture and Heritage
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UNESCO and Partners Protect Mental Health of Iraqi Journalists
In partnership with UNESCO, the Digital Reporting Platform for Women Journalists and the Iraqi Judiciary has launched a specialised training programme to improve mental health support for women journalists across Iraq. The initiative integrates artificial intelligence into its assessment methods, helping to identify symptoms of post-traumatic stress, psychological pressure, and…
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Photos: Inside Dalia al Dujaili’s Babylon Albion Event
British-Iraqi author Dalia al-Dujaili hosted an event at London’s San Mei Gallery to celebrate the release of her first book, ‘Babylon, Albion: A Personal History of Myth and Migration.’ Part memoir, part myth, part ecological mediation, ‘Babylon, Albion’ weaves together a personal narrative with broader reflections on migration, mythology and…
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Exploring Bahdinan Gate, Gateway to Amadiya’s Citadel
High in the mountains of Iraqi Kurdistan sits the town of Amadiya (Amedi), built on a flat plateau surrounded by cliffs. For centuries, people could enter the town through just two main gates. Today, only one remains: the Bahdinan Gate, also called the Mosul Gate. This gate is more than…
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Baghdad Celebrates Reopening of Historic Al-Rasheed Street
The first section of Al-Rasheed Street reopened in Baghdad on Thursday evening, following a major rehabilitation effort that has transformed both its appearance and infrastructure. The project is part of the Old Baghdad Rehabilitation Project, overseen by the Baghdad Municipality and the Iraqi Private Banks League, with financial backing from…
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Iraq’s Traditional Soaps: Heritage, Craft, and Timeless Care
At souks and supermarkets in Baghdad, blocks of olive and laurel soap rise in neat pyramids, their earthy scent lingering in the aisle. Next to them, elegantly packaged bars promise luxury with blends of oud and black seed oil. For Iraqi families, however, these are more than toiletries, they are…
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Celebrating Iraqi Heritage at Carthage Fashion Festival
The Carthage International Festival is an annual event held in Carthage, Tunisia, celebrating arts, culture, music and theatre. Following an official invitation from the Carthage International Festival board, the Iraqi Fashion House took part in the celebrations from the 9th to the 14th of August, 2025. Leading up to the…
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Discover Enishke Cave: Duhok’s Hidden Gem for Tourists
In the city of Duhok, northern Iraq, sits the Enishke Cave. One of the largest caves in Iraq, nestled beside the mountains of Sarsing, its rock formation is nearly 7,000 years old. Once a religious site, this ancient cave has been reimagined into a unique restaurant, combining nature, history and…
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Iraq Celebrates Historic Return of Cultural Artefacts
In a landmark announcement, Iraq’s Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities confirmed the recovery of more than 40,000 artefacts that had been looted or illegally smuggled abroad, marking a major step forward in the country’s ongoing mission to safeguard its rich cultural legacy. Ministry spokesperson Dr. Ahmed Al-Aliawi hailed the…
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Al-Baghdadi Restaurant Revives Baghdad’s Heritage
Along the historic Abu Nuwas Street, Al-Baghdadi Restaurant is becoming one of Baghdad’s most popular dining spots, offering more than just traditional Iraqi food. With its nostalgic decor and prime riverside location, the restaurant combines rich cultural heritage with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Recently opened, Al-Baghdadi transports guests into the…
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The Story Behind Heet’s Iron Bridge
Along the banks of Iraq’s Euphrates River, in the Al-Anbar Governorate, lies the Burj al-Hadid, also known as the Heet Iron Bridge. Its steel framework may hint at modern engineering, however, the Burj al-Hadid connects a place that has been central to civilisation since the time of the ancient Babylonians.…
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