Iraq National Library and Archive, National library and archives in Baghdad, Iraq.
The Iraq National Library and Archive maintains collections of manuscripts, books, and documents within a multi-story building in central Baghdad.
The institution originated in 1920 as the Baghdad Peace Library through initiatives by Muriel Jesse Forbes and Gertrude Bell before becoming a public institution.
The library preserves Ottoman-era manuscripts, historical records, and contemporary publications that document Iraq's intellectual and social development through different periods.
Researchers and visitors can access extensive collections of documents, books, and periodicals through a modern digital catalog system implemented after 2003.
The library recovered from severe damage in 2003 through international cooperation, including the British Library providing microfilm copies of important Iraqi documents.
Inception: 1920
Website: https://iraqnla.gov.iq
GPS coordinates: 33.34644,44.38454
Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:45
National Museum of Iraq
2 km
Baba Nanak Shrine in Baghdad
2.2 km
AlKhulafa Mosque
1.5 km
Haydar-Khana Mosque
628 m
Al-Sarafiya bridge
1.4 km
Baghdadi Museum
845 m
Zumurrud Khatun Mosque
2 km
Al Haj Bonnea Mosque
2.5 km
Mosque of Morgan
1.2 km
Qushla
599 m
Cathedral of Mary Mother of Sorrows
1.4 km
Sinak Bridge
2.5 km
Martyrs Bridge
984 m
Garden of Ridván
574 m
Mausoleum of Umar Suhrawardi
1.7 km
Al Khalani Mosque
2.4 km
Gazil souq
1.6 km
Mosque of Sayed Sultan Ali
2 km
Shorja
1.7 km
Latin Saint Joseph Cathedral Baghdad
1.4 km
Baghdad Planetarium
2.9 km
Alsaray Market
821 m
Bab al-Mudham bridge
602 m
Al Mardiyah Mosque
113 m
Al-Wazeer Mosque
886 m
Chaldean Catholic Archeparchy of Bagdad
1.5 km
Ashaar Baghdad
1.4 km
Azbak Mosque
116 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes