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About this book
This brand new edition of Bradt's unique guide to Iraq gives up-to-date travel information and also informs the armchair traveller about the history and exciting archaeological prospects of this ancient land with a rich culture. Ancient sites such as Babylon and Ur, the stunning architecture of the country's mosques, the natural beauty and wildlife of the Marshes and beautiful Iraqi handicrafts create a myriad of attractions to inspire even the most seasoned traveller. The authors, Geoff Hann, Karen Dabrowska and Tina Townsend-Greaves, bring their considerable knowledge and understanding of Iraq to provide all the practical and background information needed to explore this country and to get the most out of your trip. Advice on cultural awareness and religious sensitivity in the context of Iraqi history, along with where to get the latest information on which parts of the country you can still visit, make this an invaluable guide.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Contents
- Colour Map
- List of Maps
- Photos - Iraq in colour
- Introduction
- At a Glance
- Part One General Information
- Chapter 1 Background Information
- Chapter 2 History
- Chapter 3 Archaeology
- Chapter 4 Practical Information
- Part Two Between The Two Rivers
- Chapter 5 Baghdad and Environs
- Chapter 6 East and West of Baghdad
- Chapter 7 Kirkuk and Mosul
- Chapter 8 The Road South
- Chapter 9 Return from Basra
- Part Three Iraqi Kurdistan
- Chapter 10 Practicalities in Kurdistan
- Chapter 11 Erbil and Environs
- Chapter 12 Dohuk and Environs
- Chapter 13 Suleimaniyah and Environs
- Appendix 1 Language
- Appendix 2 Further Information
- Appendix 3 Bibliography
- Index
- Authors
- Copyright
- Acknowledgements
- Back cover