Baghdad, founded in 762 AD by Abbasid caliph Abu Jaafar al-Mansur along the Tigris River, has long been a key hub in Arab and Islamic society. In the 20th century, it thrived as a modern Arab city ...
Iraqi students walk through Bab al-Wastani on a walking tour of the historic centre of Baghdad — AHMAD AL-RUBAYE An Iraqi professor leading a group of students on a walking tour of Baghdad's historic ...