Geography
Iraq is in Western Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 33, 44; it has Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey.
Neighboring countries: Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey
Asia
Iraq
Iraq is a country in Western Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Baghdad
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Western Asia
- Population
- 46.1 million
- Area
- 438,317 km²
- Currency
- Iraqi dinar (IQD)
- Official language
- Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani
- Calling code
- +964
- Internet TLD
- .iq
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
Iraq map preview: 33.00, 44.00
People and Culture
Iraq uses Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Iraq varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Iraq is recorded with the official name Republic of Iraq. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Baghdad
- Western Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Baghdad
- Time zone data: UTC+03:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Iraq is grouped under Asia.
- Iraq has a listed area of 438,317 km².
- Iraq is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Iraq
What is the capital of Iraq?
The capital of Iraq is Baghdad.
What continent is Iraq in?
Iraq is in Asia.
What currency does Iraq use?
Iraq uses the Iraqi dinar.
What language is spoken in Iraq?
Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani is listed for Iraq in this database.