Al Muthanna Governorate, Governorate in southern Iraq
Al Muthanna is a governorate in southern Iraq that covers a vast area and borders Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The region comprises several districts with Samawah serving as the administrative hub.
The region sits on the site of ancient Uruk, one of Babylonia's major cities in antiquity. This historical location reflects the long human presence in the area across millennia.
The population of 835,797 residents in Al Muthanna maintains strong connections to Shia Arab traditions, influencing regional social structures and practices.
The governorate is divided into several administrative districts to keep in mind when exploring. The capital Samawah serves as the main reference point for navigation and orientation across the region.
The territory holds one of Iraq's highest poverty rates at 52 percent, despite its strategic location and substantial land area.
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