The Republic of Iraq is a country in Western Asia. It shares a border with Jordan, Iran, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Turkey. Its capital Baghdad is located in the central eastern part of the country. The historical rivers of Tigris and Euphrates run through the center of the country and flow from the northwest to the southeast of Iraq. These two ancient rivers have provided Iraq with fertile land for centuries.
Key Facts About Afghanistan
| Location | Located in the Middle East, bordering the Persian Gulf, between Iran and Kuwait |
| Capital | Baghdad |
| Currency | Iraqi Dinar |
| Currency Conversion | 1IQD = 0.00084USD |
| Climate | Iraq has a hot, dry climate characterized by long, hot, dry summers and short, cool winters. |
| Population | 40.4 million (2019 est.) |
| Religion | Mostly Muslims |
| Language | Arabic is the National Language |
Tourist Attractions in Iraq
- Ishtar Gate
- Citadel of Erbil
- Tower of Babel Ruins
- Imam Husayn Shrine
- The Abbasid Palace
- Babylon
- Great Mosque of Samarra
- Taq Kasra
- Ziggurat of Ur
- Aqar Quf/ Dur-Kurigalzu
- Kirkuk Citadel and Daniel’s Tomb
- Euphrates and Tigris Rivers