Iraq National Library and Archive, Baghdad

Name: Iraq National Library and Archive
Address: Baghdad, Iraq

#56 among attractions in Baghdad

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The Iraq National Library and Archive is the national library and national archives of Iraq. It is located in the Iraqi capital of Baghdad and was founded in 1920. It has often been affected by losses resulting from warfare. ()

Local name: دار الكتب والوثائق الوطنية Established: 1920 (104 years ago)Coordinates: 33°20'47"N, 44°23'4"E

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الرصافة (والسنك-الرشيد)Baghdad Iraq

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Which popular attractions are close to Iraq National Library and Archive?

Nearby attractions include Baghdad Pharmacy College, Baghdad (7 min walk), Al Rasheed Street, Baghdad (9 min walk), Garden of Ridván, Baghdad (10 min walk), Haydar-Khana Mosque, Baghdad (10 min walk).

How to get to Iraq National Library and Archive by public transport?

The nearest stations to Iraq National Library and Archive:

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محطة باص (4 min walk)
Maydan (5 min walk)