Iraq
SHORT INFORMATION
Iraq - The People
Although the data are not absolutely reliable, the government estimates that 76 percent of the people are Arab; 19 percent are Kurds; while Turkomans, Assyrians, Armenians, and other relatively small groups make up the rest.
SHORT INFORMATION
Administrative divisions of Iraq
The main subdivision in Iraq is the 18 muhafazah, also known as governorates or provinces. Before 1976 they were called liwas, or banner).
HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS
Christmas in Iraq
In the Christian homes an unusual ceremony is held in the courtyard of the home on Christmas Eve.