Heritage
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Finnish Ambassador to Iraq Visits Ancient City of Hatra
The Finnish Ambassador to Iraq, Antti Putkonen, visited the UNESCO World Heritage site of the ancient city of Hatra in Al-Hadar district of the Nineveh governorate. Accompanied by the site’s official Mahmoud Al-Wardy, Ambassador Putkonen received a guided tour visit of the ancient archaeological site, spanning temples, stone carvings, and…
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Iraq Showcases Theatrical Heritage at Festival in Cairo
The Iraqi National Theatre band, part of the Ministry of Culture’s Cinema and Theatre Department, participated in the 16th Arab Theatre Festival in Cairo. As part of the of the event, director Mohannad Hadi showcased his play, “Maatam Al-Sayed Al-Walid”, on Saturday, January 11th. The play was one of the…
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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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Historic Saint Gregory Church Reopens in Baghdad
In anticipation of the upcoming Christmas traditions, the Church of Saint Gregory of the Armenian Orthodox in central Baghdad is now reopened following an inauguration by Prime Minister Al-Sudani. The church, a longstanding place of worship for Iraq’s Armenian Christian community, was undergoing a rehabilitation project for several years and…
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EUAM Iraq Advances Cooperation on Cultural Heritage Protection
The European Union Advisory Mission in Iraq met for the fourth Cultural Heritage Protection roundtable at its Baghdad location. The meeting brought together the State Board of Antiquities and Heritage, the Federal Intelligence and Investigations Agency, the Iraqi National Intelligence Service, the Heritage Protection Police, the Office of the National…
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Iraq’s History Reflected in Athens Ancient Civilisations Forum
Greece hosted the 9th Ministerial Meeting for the Ancient Civilisations Forum (AFC) at the Acropolis Museum in Athens last Friday, where participants reaffirmed their commitment to protecting and restoring heritage through the Athens Declaration. Opening this year’s session, the Greek Foreign Minister described cultural heritage as a living legacy, rather…
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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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Nasiriyah, Iraq Joins UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities
In an exciting announcement from UNESCO Iraq, the city of Nasiriyah, Iraq, has been selected to join UNESCO’s global network of Learning Cities. Initially launched in 2013, UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities initiative now includes 425 cities from 91 countries globally and provides support for lifelong learning opportunities for…
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Mosul Pulse Initiative Launched to Rebuild Heritage District
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani on Sunday launched the first phase of the “Mosul Pulse” project, a major initiative to rehabilitate and revive the alleys, markets and neighbourhoods of Old Mosul, one of Iraq’s most historic urban centres. Modelled on the “Baghdad Pulse” project, the initiative aims to restore heritage…
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Iraq and Spain Boost Cooperation to Restore Nineveh Heritage
A recent visit to Iraq by the Spanish delegation signalled a renewed, shared commitment to protecting and restoring the rich archaeological landscape of the Nineveh province. With over 2,700 archaeological sites, most of which are newly uncovered, Nineveh represents one of Iraq’s most significant yet vulnerable cultural regions. The cooperation…
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