Iraq
Capital
Baghdad
Population
~42 million
Currency
Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- Arabic, Kurdish
- Religion
- Islam (Shia and Sunni)
- Climate
- Arid to semiarid; hot summers and mild winters
Culture & History
Known for: being Mesopotamia, the cradle of civilization, its oil reserves, and recent conflicts
Also famous for: ancient ruins (Babylon), Baghdad, and hospitality
Food: Masgouf (grilled fish)
Brief History
Mesopotamia; part of the Ottoman Empire; British mandate; independent republic; experienced conflicts in recent decades; rich in oil resources