Backpacking in Kurdistan – Quick Guide
Quick Guide for your upcoming backpacking adventure in the Republic of Iraq – Kurdistan Region: Visas, travel, best time to go etc.
Kurdistan
Kurdistan is a fantastic region of the world to go backpacking. I crossed the border from Turkey and took a flight out of Erbil. The people are so kind and hospitable. One of my favourite places!
Inside Amna Suraka, Saddam Hussein’s House of Horrors
Inside Amna Suraka, the former HQ of Saddam Hussein’s Intelligence Agency in Sulaymaniyah, Iraqi Kurdistan.
Traditional Kurdish Breakfast at the Jan Coffee in Sulaymaniyah
Enjoying a Traditional Kurdish Breakfast of scrambled egg, Kaimak, yoghurt, walnuts, honey, cheese, olives, jam, bread, with tea.
Visiting the Rawanduz Canyon – Republic of Iraq – Kurdistan Region
The top attraction in Soran is the Rwandz (also spelt Rawanduz) Canyon, 7 or 8 km away.
Akre – Historical City – Republic of Iraq – Kurdistan
Akre, Kurdistan, is a historical city in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, 100km from Duhok and dates back to the 7th century BC.
Duhok – Backpacking in the Republic of Iraq – Kurdistan Region
Duhok is a great place for travellers and backpackers for a few days, and makes a nice introduction for those entering from Turkey.
Ibrahim Khalil Border Crossing from Turkey to Kurdistan
Trip Report: Crossing the Turkey – Kurdistan Border at Ibrahim Khalil.