Bradt - Iraq

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Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Iraq with this fully updated third edition of Bradt's Iraq. It offers essential travel details and safety advice, making it perfect for both armchair explorers and those visiting on the ground.

A comprehensive guide to Iraq’s ancient sites, culture, and modern developments.

This edition remains the only dedicated travel guide to Iraq, blending up-to-date information with deep insights into the country's history, archaeology, and culture. It highlights iconic locations like Babylon and Ur, showcases the breathtaking architecture of Iraq’s mosques, and explores the natural wonders and wildlife of the Marshes alongside exquisite Iraqi handicrafts.

New additions include archaeological sites in southern Iraq, such as Telloh and Charax Sparinou, the port city founded by Alexander the Great. The guide also delves into Muslim sites and festivals, the impact of Shia Islam, and the region’s complex geopolitics.

After years of turmoil, Iraq’s ancient heritage is beginning to be rediscovered, with archaeologists making exciting new finds. This land, where writing and the concept of zero originated, offers a wealth of history often overshadowed by recent conflicts.

While some areas remain off-limits to tourists, there is much to explore elsewhere. Visit Erbil, the capital of Kurdistan and one of the world’s oldest inhabited cities, or admire the stunning shrines of Kerbala, Najaf, and Kufa.

Other highlights include:

• Ruins of ancient Mesopotamian cities
• Sites of recent US military history like Fallujah
• The grave of Gertrude Bell, the explorer and intelligence agent
• The Tombs of the Iraqi Royal family and Ctesiphon with its massive brick archway
• Archaeological evidence of the great flood and the epic of Gilgamesh
• The treasures housed in the National Museum of Iraq

Authors Geoff Hann and Tina Townsend-Greaves bring their extensive expertise to offer all the practical information and cultural background needed for an enriching and safe journey through this fascinating country.

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