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Iraq — silhouette, capital and facts
Iraq is in Asia and its capital is Baghdad. With about 43 million people and 438,317 km², it ranks 58th in area and 35th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Iraq, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Baghdad
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 43 million
- Area
- 438,317 km²
- Language
- Arabic and Kurdish
- Currency
- Iraqi dinar
- Flag colors
- red, white, black, green
Borders
Iraq shares a land border with 6 countries: Turkey, Iran, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria.
Fun facts about Iraq
- Iraq covers much of ancient Mesopotamia, between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.
- Cuneiform writing, one of the oldest known, emerged in the region of Sumer.
- The ruins of Babylon, near Hillah, are tied to the famous Hanging Gardens, according to ancient accounts.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Iraq?
The capital of Iraq is Baghdad.
Which continent is Iraq in?
Iraq is in Asia.
Which countries border Iraq?
Iraq shares a land border with 6 countries: Turkey, Iran, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Iraq?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Iraq is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Iraq?
Iraq covers much of ancient Mesopotamia, between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. Cuneiform writing, one of the oldest known, emerged in the region of Sumer. The ruins of Babylon, near Hillah, are tied to the famous Hanging Gardens, according to ancient accounts.
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