Basra (Arabic: ٱلْبَصْرَة, romanized: al-Baṣrah) or Basrah is a port city in southern Iraq. It is the capital of the eponymous Basra Governorate, as well as the third largest city in Iraq overall, …

Islamic mysticism was first introduced in Basra by al-Ḥasan al-Baṣrī, and the theological school of the Muʿtazilah developed there. Basra is perhaps best known to Westerners as the city from …

Basra is a historic and culturally rich destination, offering travelers a unique blend of ancient Mesopotamian heritage, riverfront charm, and modern development.

Basra (Arabic: البصرة Al Baṣrah) is a port city in Southern Iraq, close to the border with Kuwait and Iran. It is Iraq's third largest city with a population of 2,150,000 (2017).

Oct 28, 2024 · Basra, Iraq’s southern port city, is a place of immense historical and cultural significance. It is located along the Shatt al-Arab waterway, where the Tigris and Euphrates …

Explore Basra Iraq, a vibrant port city rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. From ancient trade routes to stunning Shatt al-Arab views, discover the heart of southern Iraq.

Basra, known as 'The Venice of the East', is Iraq's main port city with a network of canals, rich culture, and oil industry.

Aug 23, 2024 · Basra, the vibrant port city in southern Iraq, has long been a crossroads of cultures and commerce. Known as the “Venice of the East” for its intricate network of canals, …

Jul 27, 2022 · Basra is the second biggest city and the “financial capital” of Iraq, close to the Iranian and Kuwaiti border in the south. Basra has become the most important international …

Basra Governorate (Arabic: محافظة البصرة ‎ Muḥāfaẓa al-Baṣra), also called Basra Province, is a governorate in southern Iraq bordering Kuwait to the south and Iran to the east. The capital is …