Tourism
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Iraq National Museum Exhibits its Ancient Artefacts
Baghdad – (iina) The Iraq National Museum is an archaeological museum based in Baghdad. It was established in 1926 and since then exhibits ancient Mesopotamian artefacts. Visitors can see the various man-made historical objects representing the Babylonian and Sumerian era from pottery to metal work. Unfortunately, the museum faced theft…
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Annual Conference of the Antiquities and Heritage Authority
https://youtu.be/z-9Q3NyccdI Baghdad – (iina) A conference was held in Baghdad, covering topics of tourism and projects of opening new museums all around Iraq. The Deputy Minister of Culture, Mr. Kasem Taher Al-Sudani, shares more about the event. Date Created: 20th December, 2023 Date Taken: 13th December, 2023 Location: Baghdad Country:…
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The Al-Abbas Holy Shrine
Karbala – (iina) The Al-Abbas Shrine is located in Karbala where Muslims visit the shrine mostly during Muharram to pray to Hazrat Abbas, who was the son of Ali ibn Abi Talib. Visitors gather to pray and show respect to their Imam. The shrine went through a few renovations in…
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Al-Chibayish Marsh Thrives During Tourist Season
Nasiriyah – (iina) Al-Chibayish marsh is a natural wetland in Nasiriyah. The wetland comes from the Euphrates and Tigris Rivers, where many animals reside, such as birds and fishes, as well as other living things like papyrus plants. Tourists are now very keen to explore this area of Iraq due…
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Iraq and Azerbaijan Sign a ‘Memorandum of Understanding’ for Tourism
The Head of the Tourism Authority, Dhafer Mahdi Abdullah, signed an agreement to develop tourism between Iraq and Azerbaijan. The process took place in the city of Baku, Azerbaijan, where the President of Iraq, Dr Abdul Latif Rashid, was present. The aim of the discussions is to create an easier…
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The Head of Tourism Authority of Iraq Speaks on New Touristic Developments
https://youtu.be/-6Yo5pMzMFM London – (iina) The Head of Tourism Authority, Dhafer Mahdi, reveals all the new resources Iraq is putting in place in order to make tourism easier and approachable in Iraq. Mr. Dhafer Mahdi’s presence at the World Travel Market suggests that Iraq is ready to welcome tourism. Published: 20th…
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The World Travel Market Showcases the Rich Culture of Iraq
London – (iina) The World Travel Market in London offers an immersive experience into many countries of the world. Iraq particularly showcases its cultural history through Achaemenid statues, traditional Iraqi dances, and names carved in Sumerian scriptures on mud. The exhibition gives an insight into what it is like to…
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Dr. Al-Badrani Reassures the Safety of Travelling in Iraq
https://youtu.be/HdEErc9z_5o London – (iina) In an exclusive interview at the World Travel Market, the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities of Iraq speaks on the rich and unique history of Iraq, as well as the growth of tourism as they are developing strong resources for tourists to be guided in…
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Al-Kadhimiya Mosque in Baghdad
https://youtu.be/NfC9_Bw7Uy0 Al-Kadhimiya Mosque is a sacred mosque in the oldest town of Baghdad which contains the tombs of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim and Imam Muhammad Al-Jawad. The beauty of the architecture is the reason for its title of being one of the most beautiful mosque in the world. Published: 5th September,…
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Al-Kadhimiya Shrine Illuminating the Oldest Town of Baghdad
Al-Kadhimiya Mosque is a sacred mosque in the oldest town of Baghdad which contains the tombs of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim and Imam Muhammad Al-Jawad. It is very famous amongst the Shia Muslim community and was built in 834 AD. The mosque includes two golden domes, Kufic inscriptions all over the…
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