Erbil - Wikipedia
WebErbil (Arabic: أربيل, Arbīl; Syriac: ܐܲܪܒܹܝܠ, Arbel), also called Hawler (Kurdish: هەولێر, Hewlêr), is the capital and most populated city in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The city is in the Erbil Governorate. Human settlement at Erbil may be dated back to the 5th millennium BC.
Erbil | Geography, History, & Facts | Britannica
WebApr 15, 2024 · Erbil, city, capital of Erbil muḥāfaẓah (governorate), northern Iraq. The city is also the capital of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) in Iraq and is among the largest cities in that country. It is one of the most ancient cities in the world, dating back at least to 2300 bce.
Erbil – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebErbil (Hawlêr in Kurdish and also transliterated as Arbil) is the capital and largest city in Iraqi Kurdistan, and the fourth-largest city in Iraq. It is one of the oldest continually-inhabited sites of human civilization, and is also a rapidly-growing and urbanizing center for the oil industry and NGOs in the Middle East.
Erbil, Iraq: Ultimate Travel Guide - David's Been Here
WebNov 21, 2023 · Welcome to Erbil, Iraq! Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Kurdistan region, Erbil is a captivating destination that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. This vibrant city is often referred to …
Things to do in Erbil (Iraq) - A complete guide | TouristSecrets
WebSep 16, 2023 · Explore the narrow alleys, visit the ancient mosques and palaces, and soak in the breathtaking views of the city from the Citadel’s rooftop. Erbil is the cultural hub of the Kurdistan Region, offering a wealth of museums and cultural institutions that showcase the region’s rich heritage.
A Travel Guide to Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan’s Capital
WebDec 18, 2021 · Erbil is Iraqi Kurdistan’s capital and one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. The central citadel has been continuously lived in for 7000 years, and is now a built up, manmade hill jutting out of the city centre, as one generation after another have built and rebuilt the city after foreign invasions.
Erbil | Whose Culture? - Harvard University
WebErbil is one of the oldest towns in continuous habitation in Iraq, and it is first mentioned in the cuneiform records of the Sumerian King Shulgi in 2,000 BC and called Arba Elu (‘four gods’) by the Babylonians and Assyrians. Throughout antiquity it was known as Arbela.
Erbil Travel Guide + 7 Things To Do In Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan
WebWelcome to Erbil, the capital of Iraqi Kurdistan and the largest city in the territory. The city definitely warrants at least a couple of days or more the wander its old bazaars, explore the ancient citadel, hang out in its lovely parks, and meet friendly locals.
Erbil, Iraq - Ultimate Travel Guide – The Globetrotting Detective
WebTravel guide to Erbil, Kurdistan: best things to do in Erbil, best day trips from Erbil, how to get to Erbil, how to move around, and more.
Erbil | Unbelievable Kurdistan - Official Tourism Site of Kurdistan
WebThe city is located in Iraqi Kurdistan. It lies 80 kilometres (50 miles) east of Mosul, and is the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Urban life at Erbil (Hewlêr) can be dated back to at least 6000 BC, and it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
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