Baghdad, Iraq 🇮🇶 | Travel Guide
🚗 Transportation 1️⃣ Careem (ride-hailing app) 2️⃣ Taxis (always negotiate the fare!) 3️⃣ Mini-buses (local buses—ask the driver if it goes to your destination) 🏠 Accommodation Yasmine Hotel (Old City area): Basic but super friendly owner who goes above & beyond to help! Close to the National Museum & markets 🛒 🍽️ Food • Local grilled fish 🐟 (pro tip: bring your own chili powder for extra kick!) • Mansour Mall 🏬: Fast food, cafes & international options if you need a break from Iraqi flavors 🎫 Must-See Spots 1️⃣ Shabandar Café ☕: Historic tea & shisha spot (perfect for people-watching) 2️⃣ Al-Mutanabbi Street 📚: Bookstores & alleys full of character 3️⃣ Iran-Iraq War Monument & Swords of Qadisiyah ⚔️ (iconic photo op) 4️⃣ National Museum 🏛️: Ancient artifacts spanning Mesopotamia’s history 5️⃣ Tigris River Sunset 🌅: Leisurely strolls with golden-hour views Pro Tip: Evenings by the Tigris are magical—grab tea from a riverside vendor! #TravelIraq #BaghdadDiaries #MiddleEastAdventure #OffTheBeatenPath #HistoryLovers #SoloTravelVibes ✈️🌍