Citadel of Erbil, Ancient fortress in Erbil, Iraq
The Citadel of Erbil stands on an oval-shaped mound rising 32 meters above the plain, covering an area of 430 by 340 meters.
Archaeological findings indicate continuous human settlement at the citadel since 5000 BC, with significant developments during the Neo-Assyrian Empire between the 10th and 7th centuries BC.
The citadel contains three distinct districts - Serai for notable families, Takya for dervishes, and Topkhana for craftsmen and farmers, reflecting social hierarchies of past eras.
The High Commission for Erbil Citadel Revitalization manages guided tours through the narrow alleys, offering visitors access to preserved structures and archaeological discoveries.
One family maintains permanent residence within the citadel walls to preserve its status as the longest continuously inhabited settlement in human history.
Location: Erbil
Operator: مۆزەخانە
Website: http://erbilcitadel.org/arbil
GPS coordinates: 36.19100,44.00900
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:54
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