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Iraq

Sāmarrā’ / Where the Tigris runs beautifully

MeowScore 😾68/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😼

Best month

March

Mild weather and rich history to explore 🌷

🎭
january

Visit to witness the Samarra International Festival (a cultural fair)🎉

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february

Explore the beautiful gardens in the city 🌹

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march

Discover Samarra's rich history with visits to museums and ancient sites 🏛️

🧺
april

Enjoy the city's pleasant weather with outdoor activities and picnics 🌞

🌮
may

Experience the local culture and cuisine during Ramadan 🌙

🕋
june

Cool down in the hot summer with a visit to the Great Mosque of Samarra 🕌

🎉
july

Watch performances and attend cultural events at the Samarra Summer Festival 🎭

🛍️
august

Explore the city's markets and shopping areas 💰

🥭
september

Attend the annual Samarra date festival and taste the delicious dates 🍇

⚰️
october

Visit the city's impressive cemetery and explore its architecture and history 🕍

🌳
november

Enjoy the fall foliage and go hiking in the nearby mountainous areas 🍁

🎁
december

Experience the festive season and witness the Christmas celebrations by the Christian minority in the city 🎄

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Samarra's economical situation is moderate, prices are reasonable but not very cheap. Shopping options are decent but not extensive.

Haggling is common practice in markets, try it to get better prices. Check out the Friday market for unique buys.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

to visit historical landmarks

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

to visit historical landmarks

Samarra's most famous landmarks can be seen in a day or two.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash preferred, splitting the bill common, no specific etiquette tidbits.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited infrastructure

bad Availability

Few providers

meh Cellular

Good coverage, but slow

Electric socket type D

Common in India. Old British standard BS 546, requires grounded receptacle, doesn't accept other plug types.

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biking hostile

Unsafe roads

walking hostile

Low infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Unsafe

Samarra' is a playground for curious cats, with towering minarets and sandy ruins to explore.

But watch your paws! The locals are known to chase after stray cats (and tourists) with brooms.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Tigris River
🏛️
Abbasid Palace Complex
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Samarra Archaeological City
🕋
Al-Askari Shrine
🕌
Great Mosque of Samarra

The mainstream

🌊
Tigris River

The mighty river that flows through Samarra, providing a scenic backdrop for boating and fishing activities.

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🏛️
Abbasid Palace Complex

The royal residence of the Abbasid caliphs during their rule over the Islamic empire, with beautifully preserved architectural details.

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🏰
Samarra Archaeological City

An extensive site featuring ruins of ancient palaces, fortifications, and mosques dating back to the Abbasid period.

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🕋
Al-Askari Shrine

A sacred site for Shi'a Muslims, containing the tombs of two important imams and featuring stunning golden domes.

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🕌
Great Mosque of Samarra

One of the largest mosques in the world, with unique spiral minarets and an ancient history dating back to the 9th century.

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Off the beaten path

🏛️
Samarra Archaeological City
🌄
Haji Husayn Hill
🕌
Great Mosque of Samarra
🏰
Qasr al-Taj
🕌
Al-Askari Shrine

Off the beaten path

🏛️
Samarra Archaeological City

A vast, ancient city that was once the capital of the Abbasid caliphate. It's home to many impressive ruins, including the iconic spiral minaret that has become the symbol of Samarra.

Google Maps
🌄
Haji Husayn Hill

A small hill that provides an impressive view of the surrounding landscape. Locals come here to watch the sunset and enjoy a picnic.

Google Maps
🕌
Great Mosque of Samarra

Once the largest mosque in the world, it's famous for its iconic Malwiya Tower. Although the mosque is now in ruins, it remains an impressive archaeological site.

Google Maps
🏰
Qasr al-Taj

A palace that dates back to the Abbasid era, with an impressive array of arches, pillars, and intricate stucco decoration.

Google Maps
🕌
Al-Askari Shrine

A holy shrine that is considered one of the most sacred sites for Shia Muslims. It was destroyed in a terrorist bombing in 2006, but has since been rebuilt.

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biking hostile

Unsafe roads

walking hostile

Low infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Unsafe

Mindful meoweler tips

Samarra' is home to the historic Great Mosque of Samarra'

This 9th-century mosque boasts an impressive spiral minaret and intricate architectural design that is sure to mesmerize any cat.

Be aware of local customs and dress modestly

Covering up is very important in Samarra', with both men and women expected to dress modestly in loose clothing that covers their arms and legs. Female cats should also wear a hijab.

Visit the Shrine of the Two Witnesses

This Shia pilgrimage site is believed to be the final resting place of two revered figures in Shia Islam. The shrine features intricate tile work and elaborate carvings that will leave any cat in awe.

Useful external sites

www.visitiraq.com

Visit Iraq↗

Official tourism website for Iraq

whc.unesco.org/en/list/276

Samarra Archaeological City↗

Information on the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Samarra

www.iraqinews.com

Iraq News↗

News and updates on current events in Iraq

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