Baghdad
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Iraq’s Natural History Museum in Baghdad
The Iraq Natural History Museum is located in Baghdad and was established in 1946. It contains the oldest scientific publications. The museum exhibits many different types of organisms such as animals, insects, and plants to represent the wildlife of Iraq. Also, there are pre-historic items such as dinosaur skeletons, homo…
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Easter Mass at St. George’s Episcopal Anglican Church in Baghdad
On Sunday 31st March, Iraqi Catholics and Protestants celebrated Easter Sunday, commemorating the resurrection (rising from the dead) of Jesus Christ. This was led up to by what Catholics/Protestants refer to as the ‘Holy Week’. It represents Jesus’ last days as well as his crucifixion, and these days are honoured…
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The Ancient Neighborhoods of Baghdad
Al-Fadl neighborhood is named after a mosque established near the tomb of Fadl ibn Sahl ibn Bishr al-Shafi’i, a preacher from Baghdad who passed away in the year 548 AH. Al-Fadl is considered to be one of the neighborhoods of ancient Baghdad. It is located on the side of Al-Rusafa,…
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The Fadak Association for Orphans Care Hosts Communal Iftar in Baghdad
In a demonstration of compassion and community spirit, The Fadak Association for Orphans Care recently organised a communal Iftar (breaking of fast) event in Baghdad, catering to orphans and the underprivileged during the holy month of Ramadan. The event featured a carefully curated banquet offering a variety of traditional dishes…
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Sustaining Tradition: Pottery and Reed Crafts in Modern Homes
For thousands of years, clay utensils for cooking and storing food have been an integral part of households in Sumer, the earliest known civilisation in what is now southern Iraq. Pottery holds a profound significance in Iraqi culture, where ancient civilisations relied on clay for constructing homes, crafting cooking tools,…
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International Women’s Day: Women Producers Exhibition at Dijlah Touristic Village
On the Friday of March 8th 2024, woman worldwide came together to honour International Women’s Day. In the heart of Baghdad’s Dijlah Touristic Village, a group of enterprising women curated an event: the Women’s Producers Exhibition and Bazaar. Led by Zahraa Al Ali and Ola Al Khafaji, the exhibition showcases an array…
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Ramadan’s Impact on the Economy: Insights for Financial Trends
The 11th of March marked the start of Ramadan in Iraq, with most people preparing weeks in advance for the Holy month. Because this month alters the typical daily schedule of practicing individuals, it is usually expected for the economy to slow down whilst the working rhythm changes, and practicing…
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Mesaharaty Tradition: A Cultural Wake-Up Call
Baghdad – (iina) The sun is about to rise, and Muslims too. The call of Suhoor time is echoing on every street of the neighborhood. A loud voice and beating of a drum awaken the neighbours abrubptly, urging them to peek out from their door, still in their night gown.…
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Fudwat Arab Restaurants Offer Suhoor Meals
Baghdad – (iina) During Ramadan, restaurants in the neighbourhood of Fudwat Arab offer Suhoor meals to the citizens of Baghdad. Fudwat Arab neighborhood is an ancient district filled with architectures from the 1940s. The name ‘”Fudwat” comes from the word “open area” which describes the great space of the area…
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Abbasid Palace: Baghdad’s Majestic Legacy
The Abbasid Palace is recognised to be one of the most important heritage sites in Baghdad, located to the left bank of the Tigris River. It was built approximately between 1179 to 1225 AD by the Caliph Al-Nasser, which is towards the end of the Abbasid Dynasty. Entirely built with…
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