- Baghdad - Wikipedia
Spanning an area of approximately 673 square kilometres (260 sq mi), Baghdad is the capital of its governorate and serves as Iraq's political, economic, and cultural hub Founded in 762 AD by Al-Mansur, Baghdad was the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate and became its most notable development project
- Baghdad | History, Population, Map, Facts | Britannica
Baghdad, city, capital of Iraq and capital of Baghdad governorate, central Iraq Its location, on the Tigris River about 330 miles (530 km) from the headwaters of the Persian Gulf, is in the heart of ancient Mesopotamia Baghdad is Iraq’s largest city and one of the most populous urban agglomerations of the Middle East
- The 10 Best Things to do in Baghdad, the Capital of Iraq
Updated May 2025, The 10 Best Things to do in Baghdad, the Capital of Iraq was originally published in June 2022 Planning to travel to Baghdad as part of your greater Iraq itinerary? Well, look no further, I’ll give you all the details to help you plan your trip and get the most out of your visit to Baghdad
- 48 Facts About BAGHDAD
Baghdad, the capital city of Iraq, holds a rich historical and cultural significance that spans over centuries From its early beginnings as a small settlement on the banks of the Tigris River to its evolution as a thriving metropolis, Baghdad has experienced numerous transformations
- Baghdad - New World Encyclopedia
Baghdad (Arabic: بغداد Baġdād) is the capital of Iraq and of Baghdad Governorate, which it is also coterminous with With a municipal population estimated at 7,000,000, it is the largest city in Iraq and the second-largest city in the Arab World (after Cairo)
- Baghdad - Wikiwand
Founded in 762 AD by Al-Mansur, Baghdad was the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate and became its most notable development project The city evolved into a cultural and intellectual center of the Muslim world
- Baghdad, Iraq City Guide - (2025) - Things to Do Tips
Founded in the 8th century by the Abbasid caliphate, Baghdad was once the center of the Islamic Golden Age, a hub for intellectualism, trade, and cultural exchanges Today, it stands as a testament to its rich past, while modernity seeps into every corner
- Baghdad – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Baghdad (Arabic: بـغداد Baġdād) is the capital and largest city of Iraq, with an estimated population of 6-7 million Once one of the greatest centres of learning and culture in the world, Baghdad was the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate during the Islamic Golden Age
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