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Country: Baghdad is the capital city of Iraq
Official Language : The official language of Baghdad is Iraqi Arabic
Currency : The local currency of Baghdad is Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
About Baghdad :
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Baghdad, the largest city in Iraq and the second largest in Southern Asia, is the most important cultural, educational and economic hub of the Arabian world. This is a city with its rich oil resources and home to a population of approximately seven million with a mix of Muslims, Christians and Jews. Situated on the river Tigris, Baghdad has been subject to devastating wars over the years but each time it has braved through the hardships in order to build a new one and now after the collapse of the Saddam Hussain regimen, Iraq hopes for a rebirth like the legendary bird phoenix, out of its ashes. Read more about Baghdad on Allwonderscities.Com
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Shopping in Baghdad
Shopping in Iraq is quite interesting if you are eyeing items that you can take home as souvenirs. There are several open and covered markets called 'souks' selling myriad items ranging from copper items for the house, spices, colorful cloths to locally made gold and silver Jewelry and shoes, handbags, perfumes, cosmetics and also hand woven rugs.
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Dining in Baghdad
Dining out in Baghdad is pretty common and food served, menu and the atmosphere of the restaurants are pleasant. There are a few eating joints which are very popular in Baghdad and amongst these are Khan Murjan, Candle's, The Venice, The Wharf to name a few. You can taste the local dish Maarsgourf, at the restaurants bordering the river Tigris and the open space of the banks makes eating at these restaurants quite special and memorable.
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Places to visit in Baghdad
Baghdad, although a war torn city, offers numerous places of interest which will appeal to you. Some places worth mentioning are:
- National Theatre of Iraq
- Iraq National Orchestra
- National Museum of Iraq
- The famous Hands of Victory Arches
- Baghdad Zoo
- Al Kadhimain Mosque
- Abbasid Palace
Staying in Baghdad
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Baghdad has quite a few great hotels as well as budget hotels offering you affordable accommodation facilities. You can choose from a variety of hotels such as:
- The grand Marble Palace
- Hotel Ishtar
- Al Mansour Hotel
- Andalus Palace Hotel
- Palestine International Hotel
Getting Around Baghdad
Baghdad is connected to the world by air as fights regulate to and from Iraq's most important airport, Baghdad International Airport.
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The interior of the city is well connected by roads and since it is the main transportation centre of the country, excellent highways connect the city with the neighboring countries of Jordan and Syria.
Danger in Baghdad
Moving around in Baghdad at any time of the day was safe earlier. But with the advent of the Iraq-U.S. war, exploring the city after dark has become very dangerous as there are chances of murder and kidnapping. All tourists visiting Baghdad must take utmost care on their trip to the city.
Notwithstanding the drawbacks, hardships and danger in Baghdad, enjoy your trip to this historical city and share your moments with Allwonderscities.Com
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