All about Iraq; What is the meaning of the Iraqi flag, what is the capital of Iraq? What is the time difference, what is the currency?
All about Iraq
Iraq is considered a West Asian country. Iraq is bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, Saudi Arabia to the south, Kuwait to the southeast, Jordan and Syria to the southwest. Iraq is considered one of the important geographical areas as it borders many civilizations. The capital of Iraq is the largest city, Baghdad. Located in the Middle East and one of the most strategic regions, Iraq is an important country thanks to its oil reserves.
Before the war, Iraq was the country with the third largest oil reserves, after the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. Although oil production declines after the war with America, it retains its place as a reserve. The population of Iraq, which is home to many different cultures in its country, has approached 40 million. Muslims make up more than half of the population.
What is the meaning of the Iraqi flag, what is the capital of Iraq?
There are four colors on the Iraqi flag. The black color symbolizes the Abbasid state, which was founded in 750. The red color at the top of the flag symbolizes the Mamluk dynasty. The white color on the Iraqi flag is a symbol of both freedom and peace. The green color Allahu Akbar inscription in the center of the Iraqi flag is green, and green has been chosen because it symbolizes Islam.
The Arabic inscription Allahu Akbar in the center of the flag means that Allah (CC) is the highest, the most exalted. The capital of Iraq is Baghdad. Baghdad, the largest city, has been the center of culture, trade and science of the Islamic world for centuries. Baghdad was also the capital of the Abbasid state for centuries.
What is the time difference, what is the currency?
Since Iraq is in the same time zone as Turkey, there is no time difference between the two. If it shows what time it is in Turkey, it will show that time in Iraq as well. Iraq uses dinars as its currency. 1 Iraqi dinar is equal to 0.012 Turkish lira. In Iraqi dinars distributed by the Iraqi central bank, 50, 250, 500, 1000 and 5000 dinars are used.
Iraq Climate
Iraq has a subtropical and arid climate. The winters in the country are cold and dry and the summers are hot. The deserts that made up much of the country were effective in this situation. But the mountainous areas along the Iran-Turkey border will experience heavy snowfall. In general, the temperatures in the south and north of the country are different. Summers in the north are shorter and cooler than in the south.
In the south, the temperature sometimes rises to 45 degrees. Precipitation usually occurs in winter. The annual precipitation, which is 178 mm in the plains, rises to more than 1000 mm in the mountainous areas. In addition to the effect of desert areas, dust and sand storms are also often experienced in the country.
How is Iraqi cuisine?
Iraqi cuisine, also known as the heir to Arab culture, has been influenced by Middle Eastern cuisine. A full breakfast is generally preferred for breakfast. They make a breakfast of butter, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggs, honey, jam, cheese and cream. The most popular soups are tarhana and lentil soup. As for meat dishes, kebab, lahmacun and meat are generally cooked using the grill method. It is a kitchen with a variety of vegetable dishes. There are many vegetable dishes with stuffing, stuffing, baked vegetables and olive oil dishes.
