Safety and Security Living in Iraq, you might think that terrorist attacks would be a real cause for concern, however Erbil is one of the safest cities and is located in the most stable region of the country.
Kurdistan is, by far, the safest region in Iraq.
Iraqi Kurdistan is much safer than the rest of Iraq. Crime rates tend to be low, and people can travel independently without any worries. This said, there is still high risk of terrorist activity in certain areas, and cities near the Syrian, Turkish, and Iranian borders are unsafe.
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Urban life in Erbil can be dated back to at least 6000 BC and it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. At the heart of the city is the ancient Citadel of Erbil, which is estimated to be close to 7000 years old.
An Ancient Wonder
Settled more than 6,000 years ago, Erbil Citadel is thought to be one of the longest continuously inhabited sites in the world. The Citadel, located on an archaeological tell rising around 98 ft. (30 m) above the plain, is surrounded by a lower town that developed into the modern city of Erbil.
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Living in Iraq, you might think that terrorist attacks would be a real cause for concern, however Erbil is one of the safest cities and is located in the most stable region of the country.
Do not travel to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, civil unrest, and Mission Iraq's limited capacity to provide support to U.S. citizens. Country Summary: U.S. citizens in Iraq face high risks to their safety and security, including the potential for violence and kidnapping.
Avoid all travel
You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk.
Basra, the richest city in Iraq with little water to drink.
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Good news: Alcohol is widely available in Kurdistan
In Erbil and Sulaymaniyah you can find plenty of bars, as well.
“It rarely snows in Erbil, and we always envied other cities such Sulaimani and Duhok and the areas surrounded by mountains,” said Kamaran Ali, a local shop owner from Erbil. “Today marks history in Erbil, just like other years such as 1992, 2003, 2005, and this year, 2022.”