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اخيضر

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اخيضر is the small settlement in Iraq, located some 60 km to the south-west from Karbala. The capital city Baghdad is in 170 km to the north-east. According to the latest census, the population of اخيضر is about 90 people. People mostly visit it to see its world heritage sites.

اخيضر is served by Al Najaf International Airport (IATA: NJF) airport, which is 130 km away.

Tourist attractions in اخيضر

1. Al-Ukhaidir Fortress
The Fortress of Al-Ukhaidir or Abbasid palace of Ukhaider is located roughly 50 km south of Karbala, Iraq. It is a large, rectangular fortress erected in 775 AD with a unique defensive style. Constructed by the Abbasid caliph's As-Saffah's nephew Isa ibn Musa, Ukhaidir represents architectural innovation in the structures of its courtyards, residences and mosque. Excavations at Ukhaidir were conducted in the late 19th century by Gertrude Bell. Ukhaider was an important stop on regional trade r…

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Sigma House Al Jawhara

starting $80

Wabel tubal

starting $67

Istanbul Golden City Hotel

starting $129

Swiss Spirit Hotel & Suites Turaif

starting $39

Sigma House - Al Dahiya

starting $53

Bahget Eljouf Hotel

starting $53

Raoum Inn Arar

starting $48

Marina arar

starting $42

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