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About Iraq

Iraq lies in the heart of the Middle East, between Turkey, Iran, Syria, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, with a short coastline on the Persian Gulf. Shaped by the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, it combines busy cities, ancient landscapes, desert plains, fertile river valleys and mountain areas in the north.

Travel connections center on Baghdad International Airport, with additional airports serving Erbil, Basra, Najaf and Sulaymaniyah. Major roads link the main cities, while domestic flights are often useful for longer distances, especially between central, southern and northern Iraq.

Known as part of ancient Mesopotamia, Iraq holds some of the world's earliest urban and literary heritage. Visitors can trace this legacy through Baghdad's museums and old markets, the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala, the archaeological remains of Babylon, the marshlands near Nasiriyah, and the lively Kurdish cities of Erbil and Sulaymaniyah.

The country's climate is generally hot and dry, with very warm summers, milder winters and cooler mountain weather in the north. Its atmosphere changes from the energy of Baghdad's streets to the calm of riverbanks, palm groves, desert horizons and highland scenery.

Social life often revolves around family gatherings, tea, conversation, markets and evening walks. Depending on the region, visitors may experience religious festivals, traditional music, handicraft shopping, boat trips in the marshes, mountain excursions or visits to historic bazaars.

Local flavors are rich and generous, with dishes such as masgouf grilled fish, dolma, kebabs, rice dishes, lentil soups, dates, flatbreads and strong tea. For getting around, travelers use taxis, private drivers, intercity buses, domestic flights and, in some cities, app-based ride services where available.