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Province of Duhok

Historical Background

An Iraqi city which falls in Kurdistan of
Iraq. Its three sides are bordered by
mountains. This grants the city a marvelous
looking. A streamlet coming from the Big
Duhok Dam penetrates the city turning it to
be one of the most beautiful sites. The
Province of Duhok is famous for its
fascinating landscapes.

The origin of the city dates back to the
Stone Age, then it became a part of the
Assyrian Empire; then the Babylonians; the
Akhminians before it failed in the hands of Alexander the Great and the Romans.

Location

Province of Duhok is situated in the region of Kurdistan, extremely to the north west
of Iraq. This province enjoys a special importance from the historical and
geographical stand of view. The ruins and sculptures which were discovered in its
hills and caves depict this importance. Moreover it has a distinctive geographical
situation as it occurs on the borders between two states, and an international strategic
transport way passes through it to link Iraq to Turkey and the external World as well.
In addition, oil line which passes from Kirkuk to Turkey penetrates its north western
corner. The province of Duhok is characterized by its various land shape, including
the high mountains which shape the political borders of Turkey, and wide plains
which are rich in their agricultural resources. These shape the southern part of the
province.

Population

Inhabitants of the Province is (1318458).

Main cities

Province of Duhok is consisted of several important districts:
- Duhok District (Zaweeta, Mankeshek)
- Summail District (Bytel)
- Zakho District (Derkar, BAtifa)
- Namidi District (Sarseng, Kani Masy, Derlok, Jamanky, Bamerny)
- Sheikhan District (Qasrorek, Etreesh, Baadery, Ekry, Denarta, Bejeel,
Kurdseen)
- Berdersh District (Dartoo, Rovia, Kelek)