English Village, Arbil

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English Village is a British-built luxury housing compound located in western Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq. The compound contains identical villas, the vast majority of which are used as offices for companies. English Village is among several modern compounds in Erbil named after Western countries, such as American Village, Italian Village and German Village. It represents an economic boom that occurred in Erbil at the turn of the 2010s. ()

Coordinates: 36°11'34"N, 43°58'17"E

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English Village – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kurdish Textile Museum, Citadel of Erbil, Erbil Civilization Museum, Qaysari Bazaar.

2.2 miE
Museum
Kurdish Textile Museum, Arbil
56 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Arbil, Iraq, the Kurdish Textile Museum is a cultural gem that celebrates the rich heritage of Kurdish weaving and fabric arts. Established to preserve and showcase the intricate craftsmanship of Kurdish textiles, this museum...
2.1 miE
Ancient citadel with a mosque and museums
Citadel of Erbil, Arbil
54 min walk • The Citadel of Erbil is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the city of Arbil, Iraq. Standing as one of the oldest continuously inhabited sites in the world, this ancient fortress has dominated the skyline of Arbil for millennia.
2.6 miSE
Museum, Archaeological museum
Erbil Civilization Museum, Arbil
66 min walk • The Erbil Civilization Museum is a beacon of historical preservation nestled in the heart of Arbil, the capital of Iraq's Kurdistan Region. This museum is dedicated to showcasing the rich tapestry of the region's history, spanning from prehistoric times to the Islamic...
2.1 miE
Shopping, Market
Qaysari Bazaar, Arbil
55 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Arbil, Iraq, the Qaysari Bazaar stands as a bustling testament to the rich cultural tapestry of the region. This vibrant market is not just a shopping destination; it is a historical landmark that encapsulates the spirit of Kurdish life...
4.3 miE
36°12'36"N • 44°2'46"E
Family Mall, Arbil
110 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
5.2 miE
36°11'44"N • 44°3'51"E
Majidi Mall, Arbil
132 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
1.6 miE
Mosque, Museum
Mudhafaria Minaret, Arbil
42 min walk • The Mudhafaria Minaret stands as an enduring emblem of the city of Arbil, also known as Erbil, in Iraq. This historical tower is a remnant of the city's rich Islamic heritage and is situated within the vicinity of the ancient Citadel of Arbil.
3 miN
Museum
Syriac Heritage Museum, Arbil
78 min walk • The Syriac Heritage Museum is a museum in Erbil, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The museum is one of the most significant museums in the city of Erbil.
2.6 miNE
Church
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Arbil
68 min walk • The Cathedral of Saint Joseph, Ankawa, also known as Cathedral of Mar Yousif, is the Chaldean Catholic cathedral and seat of the Chaldean Catholic Archdiocese of Erbil in Iraqi Kurdistan created under the pontificate of Pope Paul VI.
2.7 miE
Mosque
Jalil Khayat Mosque, Arbil
69 min walk • The Jalil Khayat Mosque is a Sunni Islamic mosque in Erbil, Kurdistan Region; the largest in the city. The mosque was begun by Jalil Khayat who died in 2005; and the mosque was completed in 2007 by his sons in memory of their father.
1.5 miS
Universities and schools
Cihan University, Arbil
39 min walk • Cihan University is an educational institution in Erbil, capital of the autonomous Kurdistan Region of Iraq. It was established in 2007 by the A University Company for Scientific Investment which is a part of Cihan Group.