Iraq Flights Package

Iraq is a country located in Western Asia. It is bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, Kuwait to the southeast, Saudi Arabia to the south, Jordan to the southwest, and Syria to the west. The country has a diverse geography that falls into five main regions: the desert (west of the Euphrates), Upper Mesopotamia (between the upper Tigris and Euphrates rivers), the northern highlands of Iraq, Lower Mesopotamia, and the alluvial plain extending from around Tikrit to the Persian Gulf.

Iraq is home to many important holy sites for Muslims. Here are some of the most important ones:

1. Imam Ali Shrine, Najaf: The Shrine of Imam Ali is amongst the holiest sites for Shia Muslims. It is located in Najaf, Southern Iraq and is the fourth holiest city for Shi’ìtes after Mecca, Medina, and Jerusalem¹.

2. Imam Husayn Shrine, Karbala: The Shrine of Imam Husayn located in Karbala, Southern Iraq, was built near the site where he was martyred in 680 AD¹.

3. The Minaret of the Great Mosque of Samarra, Samarra: The Great Mosque of Samarra is one of the largest mosques in the world and was built in the 9th century. The minaret is 52 meters tall and is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Iraq¹.

4. The Great Mosque of Kufa, Kufa: The Great Mosque of Kufa is one of the oldest mosques in the world and was built in 639 AD¹.

5. Shrine of the Prophet Jonah, Mosul: The Shrine of the Prophet Jonah is located in Mosul and is believed to be the burial place of Jonah¹.

These holy sites are an important part of Iraq’s cultural heritage and attract many visitors every year.