List of castles in Iraq
Castles in Iraq were built in the Ancient and Medieval Times. The castles have played important role in defenses against enemies throughout history.[1][2]
| Name | Location | Picture | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkuk Citadel | Kirkuk | ||
| Fortress of Ukhaidir | Karbala | ||
| Erbil Citadel | Erbil | ||
| Zarb Castle | Ghammas | ||
| Pashtabia Castle | Mosul | ||
| Tel Afar Citadel | Tel Afar | ||
| Xanzad Castle
(or Banaman Castle) |
Erbil | ||
| Sherwana Castle | Suleymaniyah | ||
| Serchok Castle | Suleymaniyah |
References
- ^ "حصن الأخيضر الشهير في كربلاء... واحداً من أقدم الحصون الاسلامية وأهمها (مصور) | وكالة نون الخبرية". 2017-02-22. Archived from the original on 2017-02-22. Retrieved 2021-12-27.
- ^ "Castillo - Página de voz - Gran Enciclopedia Aragonesa OnLine". 2016-09-25. Archived from the original on 25 September 2016. Retrieved 2021-12-27.
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