Religion
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Iraqi Airways Successfully Transports 19,000 Pilgrims for Hajj
Iraqi Airways has announced a significant milestone, successfully transporting over 19,000 Iraqi pilgrims from local airports to Jeddah and Medina airports. This achievement highlights the airline’s capability in managing large-scale travel operations during one of the busiest periods of the year. The General Manager of Iraqi Airways, Engineer Munaf Abdul-Munim,…
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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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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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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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Haydarkhana Mosque in Baghdad
The Haydarkhana mosque, constructed in 1826 under the supervision of Daoud, the Pasha of Baghdad, and subsequently refurbished in 1893 and 1920, is located within Baghdad’s al Rusafah neighbourhood, on al-Rasheed street. Despite its modest size, it is highly regarded for its exemplary Ottoman architectural style. The primary structure, crafted…
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Al Karada’s Armenian Catholic Church in Baghdad
Baghdad – (iina) Our Lady of Narek, an Armenian Catholic church, held a mass for Christmas. However, according to the priests, celebrations are cancelled due to the recent tragic events of the Mosul wedding and Gaza. The Armenian church, which also goes by the name of Our Lady of the…
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The Al-Abbas Holy Shrine
Karbala – (iina) The Al-Abbas Shrine is located in Karbala where Muslims visit the shrine mostly during Muharram to pray to Hazrat Abbas, who was the son of Ali ibn Abi Talib. Visitors gather to pray and show respect to their Imam. The shrine went through a few renovations in…
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Wadi Al-Salam: One of the Largest Cemeteries in the World
Najaf – (iina) The Wadi Al-Salam Cemetery is the largest cemetery in Iraq where millions of Iraqi Muslims are peacefully rested. There are many important figures buried there, including kings, sultans and princes. The cemetery is located at a very close distance from the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali bin…
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The Ancient Church of Al-Aqiser
Karbala (iina) – Karbala being the pilgrimage city of Muslims, also contains ancient heritage sites including one of the oldest churches in the Middle-East. Al-Aqiser church is situated in a desert area called Al-Qaseer. The ancient church dates back to the 50th century AD, meaning that Karbala is holds a…
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