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Iraq
Ancient Mesopotamia, centred largely in present-day Iraq, was home to some of the world's earliest cities and civilizations.
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Capital: Baghdad
Currency: Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
Languages: Arabic & Kurdish
Best time: Oct–Apr
Weather: Predominantly hot and dry; cooler winters
Top attractions: Baghdad • Babylon • Erbil • Najaf • Karbala • Mesopotamian heritage sites
Nature: Tigris & Euphrates Rivers • Mesopotamian Marshes • mountains • desert landscapes
Quick fact: Ancient Mesopotamia, centred largely in present-day Iraq, was home to some of the world's earliest cities and civilizations.