April 7 - An agreement is being finalized to change some parts of the Habaniya Airbase in Al-Anbar province, Baghdad, into a civil airport. "The process is part of the Al-Anbar investment plan," said Mizhir Hassan, head of the al-Anbar Investment Commission.
The airport will contribute to the province’s economy, he added. Ramadi, the capital city of al-Anbar province, lies 110km west of Baghdad.
This park boasts some great views but there are also some interesting historical overtones to its huge concrete terrace. This terrace used to be home to the world’s largest statue of Stalin in the 1950s; it was blown up in 1962. Today skateboarders, a beer garden and a metronome symbolizing the passage of time are the highlights here. Location: Letenske sady {l...
Hoan Kiem Lake is the center of the city both literally and figuratively. The lake is the city's most popular strolling ground and large groups can be seen in the mornings walking or jogging along the lake or taking part in tai chi exercises. In the middle of the lake is Thap Rua, or Tortoise Tower a three-storey pagoda built in the 18th century. Turtles can be seen basking at the temple's base; w...
Address: intersection of Nizami and Nazar Streets. Timings: 11am to 5pm. Known for the holy relics that it houses, including blocks of stone from the holiest church in Armenia that was razed, St George’s Church is held in high esteem by the Jolfa residents. The interior is simply treated, with subtle tile work that adds to an unseen element of beauty. ...
Address: Jolfa Square, Jolfa neighborhood . This is another prominent church within Jolfa, a bit smaller, and treated with simplicity and elegance. A charming courtyard and the smaller Hacop Church are also contained within the premises of this impressive building. ...