Features
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Iraqi Honey, From Mountain Hives to Market Tables
With roots dating back to the Sumerian Empire, the Iraqi honey industry is steeped in tradition. Used everyday, from cooking and dessert making to medicinal remedies, honey in Iraq is more than just a food – rather it is a reflection of the ever evolving geography, climate and culture of…
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Toyota Iraq Supports Farmers at Halabja Pomegranate Festival
With a large public turnout, Toyota Iraq proudly sponsored the annual Pomegranate Festival in Halabja. The three-day event took place at Halabja Amusement Park from October 30 to November 1, 2025, celebrating the region’s renowned agricultural produce. The festival is one of the most prominent annual events in the Kurdistan…
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Paragliding lifts Sulaymaniyah’s appeal for adventure tourism
Captain Khalid Al-Najjar, Take-off and Safety Officer, confirmed that paragliding activities in Sulaymaniyah Governorate have witnessed growing interest, transforming the sport into one of the most prominent adventure attractions and a key driver of tourism in the region. Paragliding activities are organised across several locations in Sulaymaniyah, selected according to…
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UNESCO and KAR Back World Heritage Sites Project in Erbil
The Erbil Citadel, in the heart of north Iraq, is widely believed to be one of the oldest places on Earth where people have lived continuously. With its countless years of heritage and cultural significance built into it, the Erbil Citadel reflects generations of life and civilisation in the region.…
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Iraq’s Development Road: Bridging the Gulf to Europe
Iraq is stepping into a new phase of development with the launch of the Development Road, an ambitious $17 billion project designed to link the Grand Al-Faw Port to Turkey and Europe through a network of railways and highways. One of the most significant transport and logistics plans of Iraq…
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Basra Hosts IBBC Conference to Promote Trade and Investment
Basra hosted the Iraq-Britain Business Council (IBBC) Conference over the past two days, bringing together senior Iraqi officials, UK representatives and international companies to discuss investment, infrastructure and economic cooperation. Held under the theme “Gateway to Iraq,” the conference focused on positioning Basra as a central hub for trade, logistics…
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Iraq Embraces Unity on International Tolerance Day
Established by the United Nations in 1995, International Day of Tolerance has been celebrated every year since 1996, to promote tolerance, mutual understanding, and respect among cultures and peoples. As the cradle of civilisation, Iraq is home to groups of people from all different cultural and religious backgrounds; a melting…
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How Iraq is Rebranding Itself for Global Tourism Growth
The Excel Centre in London opened its doors from the 4th – 6th November for the 45th edition of the World Travel Market. As the world’s most influential travel and tourism event, this year WTM London brought together over 45,000 travel professionals worldwide to network and build connections, showcase their…
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Flavours of Iraq Shine at Coffee and Tea Festival
This week, Iraq celebrated its second edition of the Coffee and Tea Festival in its capital. Taking place at the Palm Complex in Baghdad, the event, organised by the Reza Alwan Cultural Foundation and Enfold Company, brought together nearly 70 coffee and tea companies from across Iraq and neighbouring nations.…
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Amedi – A Historic Escape in Iraqi Kurdistan
In the northern regions of Iraq, lies the Kurdish town of Amedi, steeped in history and natural beauty. Located a few kilometres northeast of Duhok, and sitting at a 1,400 metre elevation, Amedi is an experience, not just a destination. Despite its modest population of 8,000, Amedi was once the…
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