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Kirkuk, one of the oldest cities that has been a witness to the continuous occupation, has now developed into a major petroleum producing center. Turing the pages of history would reveal that the city is as old as 5,000 years Built along the shores of the Hasa River, the old city of Harrapha which represents modern Kirkuk grew to immense popularity in the 10th and the 11th centuries. Besides being a major industrial hub, the Iraqi city of Kirkuk is important as because it is one of the center of Kurdish national identity. Located 250 kilometers from Baghdad, in northern Iraq, Kirkuk is situated on the foothills of the Zagros Mountains.
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Tourist Attractions:
If you are a nature lover then the beauty of the Zagros Mountains would be a welcomed feast for your eyes. You can simply spend a handful number of hours watching the beautiful sunrise and the sunset. The architecture of the Iraqi Tombs which has a touch of something very traditional is very impressive. The Iraqi cemetery that sounds not quiet interesting is often visited by many. You can also come across numerous aircraft shelters that are no longer in use.
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Transportation
The International airport at Kirkuk operates in the city that has national and international flights for the commuters. The port of Kirkuk connects the city to the Mediterranean Sea. Buses are the major means of transportation. If you wish to travel within the city, then it is better to hire a taxi. Though trucks are a quite economical, yet traveling in trucks requires experienced and tough traveler.
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Shopping
There are many shopping malls in Kirkuk. In addition to these you can find a great number of pedestrian shops. Local handicrafts, souvenirs, paintings, rugs, dry fruits are a few things that you would love to buy. If you have a fascination for old Iraqi coins, then surely go to the city as old currency is a prime attraction for the tourists here. As the prices in the pedestrian shops are more it is always better to bargain in order to get the best deal.
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Hotels
Accommodations can never a problem for the tourists who would love to visit Kirkuk, Iraq. The Mods (Dorms) is a nice place to stay in. all the hotels all the hotels are located in the heart of the town and they assure of quality service and unbelievable comfort.
So enjoy your trip to Kirkuk, Iraq. For more information log on to allwondercities.com.
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