Basra (Arabic: ٱلْبَصْرَة, romanized: al-Baṣrah) is a port city in southern Iraq. It is the capital of the eponymous Basra Governorate, as well as the third largest city in Iraq overall, behind Baghdad and Mosul.

Basra, city, capital of Al-Baṣrah muḥāfaẓah (governorate), southeastern Iraq. It is the principal port of Iraq. Basra is situated on the western bank of the Shaṭṭ Al-ʿArab (the waterway formed by the union of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers) at its exit …

Basra (Arabic: البصرة; Al Baṣrah) is the third largest city of Iraq with a population of about 2,600,000 (2003). It is the country's main port. Baṣra played an important role in early Muslim history, and it was the first city built in Islam 14 A.H (after Hijra)

2023年11月16日 · The city of Basra in southeastern Iraq is the country’s main port and boasts an enchanting history and cultural side. Basra is far less known than other Iraqi locations like Baghdad, the Iraqi Marshes, and Babylon. But it offers …

2021年4月14日 · Many referred to Basra as the Middle Eastern Venice for its rivers, winding canals, and decorative gondola-shaped boats that bared exported goods and newlyweds. The picturesque qualities of Basra have attracted a number …

Basra is a majority Shia Islam city, with small minorities of Christians, Assyrians and pre-Islamic Mandaeans. In addition to the Arabs, there is also a community of Afro-Iraqi peoples, known as Zanj.

Basra, with its deep historical roots and vibrant cultural scene, offers a unique travel experience in Iraq. From exploring the scenic Shatt al-Arab River and ancient Al-Qurna District to indulging in traditional Iraqi cuisine and engaging with local traditions, it promises an enriching journey.

1988年12月15日 · BASRA (Ar. al-Baṣra), town located near the Šaṭṭ al-ʿArab river in southern Iraq, a predominantly Arab town possessing a rich political, cultural, and economic history. This article concentrates mainly on describing the town’s many significant ties with Iran.

2024年12月4日 · Basra, Iraq's second-largest city, is a historic and cultural hub often called the "Venice of the Middle East" for its canal system. Rooted in ancient Mesopotamia, it plays a vital role in Iraq's modern economy and development.

Basra is a port city located in southern Iraq, and it has a rich Islamic history, architecture, and culture that dates back to the early Islamic period. Here is an overview of Basra's Islamic history, architecture, and culture.