Hillah, Administrative center in central Iraq
The city stretches along both banks of the Al-Hillah Stream, which branches from the Euphrates River, surrounded by agricultural lands and palm groves.
Founded in 1101 CE using bricks from ancient Babylon ruins, Hillah developed into a center of Islamic scholarship during the medieval period.
The Great Hillah Mosque stands as a testament to the city's religious heritage, while local writers and poets contribute to Iraq's literary traditions.
Modern Hillah functions as a river port and grain market, connected to Baghdad through road and rail networks spanning 100 kilometers northward.
The Hindiya Barrage, constructed in 1913, redirects water from the Euphrates into the Al-Hillah Stream, sustaining local agriculture and water supply.
Location: Babylon Governorate
Inception: 1101
Elevation above the sea: 34 m
GPS coordinates: 32.48224,44.43281
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:28
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