Mosul, Iraq

Mosul Travel Guide

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Facts and practical information

Local name: الموصل Population: 1.74 mil. (2019)Area: 69.5 mi²Elevation: 719 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 36°20'51"N, 43°8'21"E
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NinawaIraq

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Mosul Top Attractions

Mosul Attractions - What to See and Explore

Mosul offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Monastery of Saint Elijah, Nineveh, Mosul Museum, Al-Tahera Church. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • monastery of saint elijah mosul
  • nineveh mosul
  • mosul museum
  • al tahera church mosul
  • mosques and shrines of mosul
  • our lady of the hour church mosul
  • bash tapia castle mosul
  • mosul grand mosque
  • great mosque of al nuri mosul
  • tarbisu mosul
  • tepe gawra mosul
  • shibaniba mosul
  • university of mosul
  • library of ashurbanipal mosul
  • fifth bridge mosul
  • mosul district
Day trips

Mosul – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Mosul, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Kurdish Textile Museum (Arbil), Citadel of Erbil (Arbil), Qaysari Bazaar (Arbil).

  • kurdish textile museum arbil50 milesE
  • citadel of erbil arbil50 milesE
  • qaysari bazaar arbil50 milesE
  • mudhafaria minaret arbil49 milesE
  • rabban hormizd monastery28 milesN

Best Time To Visit Mosul

Learn when is the best time to travel to Mosul weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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February and December are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in January, September, October and November.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in June, July, August and September. Most of it rains in February and March.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Mosul?

What is the best time to visit Mosul?

February and December are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in January, September, October and November. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

Where to next? Visit ninawa Ninawa region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Iraq.