Iraq

SHORT INFORMATION

Iraq Religion

Iraq religion is Islam. Muslims (those who practice Islam) account for a whopping 97% of the Iraqi population. However, the Catholic Religion is allowed to practice in Iraq. This year 2008, Christmas was a recognized holiday.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Iraqi New Years

We have three of them! All three are public holidays.

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Overview of Iraq

Officially name: The Republic of Iraq

Capital: Baghdad

Largest city: Baghdad

Official language: Arabic, Kurdish

Government: Parliamentary republic