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Sulaymaniyah Governorate

Discover Sulaymaniyah, a special place in Iraq with amazing mountains, friendly people, and a big, busy city!

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Excavations, Qalat-i Dinka, Peshder Plane Project, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan

Excavations, Qalat-i Dinka, Peshder Plane Project, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan

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Stela of Iddi-Sin, King of Simurrum. It dates back to the Old-Babylonian Period. From Qarachatan Village, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan. The Sulaymaniyah Museum, Iraq
18. Detail. The facade of the rock-cut tombs of Qizqapan, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan. Probably Achaemenid (6th-5th century BCE) rather than Median
Lake Dukan, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan
Excavations, Parthian building at Qalatga Darband, Darband-i Rania, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan
A Parthian building at Qalatga Darband, Darband-i Rania, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan
5. Lake Dukan, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan
File:Non-inscribed stone blocks scattered around the Paikuli Tower of Narseh. Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraq.jpg
French Excavations at Tell Kunara. Akkadian-Lullubian, 2300-2000 BCE. Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Republic of Iraq. 3rd of October 2019
Excavations. Parthian building at Qalatga Darband, Darband-i Rania, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraqi Kurdistan
The Parthian rock-relief at Qimmat Merquli, Mt. Piramagroon, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraq. 1st century CE
September 18, 2014. The ancient mound of Bakr Awa, Shahrizor Plain, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraq

Key Facts

Location
Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
Capital City
Sulaymaniyah.
Languages Spoken
Kurdish and Arabic.
Fun Fact
A part of Sulaymaniyah used to be a district but became its own governorate!

Where is Sulaymaniyah?

Imagine a big, beautiful land tucked away in the country of Iraq. That’s Sulaymaniyah Governorate! It’s like a special corner of the Kurdistan Region. Its biggest and most exciting city is also called Sulaymaniyah. This place has tall mountains that touch the sky and valleys where rivers flow. It's a place full of natural wonders waiting to be explored!

A City with a Story!

The main city, Sulaymaniyah, is a super important place. It’s where lots of people live, work, and play. Think of it as the heart of the governorate! It’s a place that has grown and changed over many, many years, with buildings and streets that tell tales of the past. It’s a vibrant spot where old traditions meet new ideas.

What Do People Do There?

People in Sulaymaniyah Governorate are busy and creative! Many work in jobs that help the governorate grow, like farming the land or building new things. The main city is a hub for trade, where people buy and sell goods. It’s a place where hard work and community spirit shine through in everything they do.

Talking and Learning!

In Sulaymaniyah Governorate, people speak different languages, with Kurdish being the most common. They also speak Arabic. Everyone loves to learn, and there are many schools where kids can go to study and discover new things. Learning is a big part of life here, helping everyone grow and understand the world better.

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