Erbil, Capital city of Kurdistan Region in northern Iraq.
The central citadel stands on an elevated mound 100 feet above ground level, forming a circular structure visible from all directions in the city.
Archaeological evidence indicates continuous human settlement in Erbil since 5000 BC, with the first written records referring to it as Urbilum in the third millennium.
The Kurdish heritage manifests through traditional markets selling hand-woven carpets, metalwork, and regional foods near the base of the ancient citadel.
The international airport connects Erbil with 30 destinations across Europe and the Middle East through regular flights by multiple carriers.
The citadel contains a labyrinth of narrow alleyways between mud-brick houses, some dating from the Ottoman period of the 18th and 19th centuries.
Location: Erbil Governorate
Location: Kurdistan Region
Elevation above the sea: 385 m
Part of: Kurdistan Region
Address: Erbil, Erbil Governorate, Iraq 44001 Erbil
Website: http://hawler.gov.krd
GPS coordinates: 36.19117,44.00943
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:04
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