Landmarks and viewpoints in Erbil Plain

Erbil Castles and Viewpoints

This collection centers on the historical heart of Erbil, featuring the UNESCO-listed Citadel of Erbil, an ancient tell that has been continuously inhabited for over 6,000 years. The list also highlights various local landmarks and viewpoints, such as the Empire district, which provide elevated perspectives of the city’s evolving skyline. From Ottoman-era architectural remnants to modern monuments, these sites reflect Erbil's transition from an ancient Mesopotamian hub to a growing contemporary regional capital.

Erbil Castles and Viewpoints — Map

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A

Citadel of Erbil

A UNESCO World Heritage site and ancient fortified mound featuring Ottoman-era courtyard houses and narrow historical alleyways.

B

Citadel of Erbil

The defensive walls and historical perimeter of the ancient citadel mound.

C

Hay Shurta roundabout

A prominent traffic roundabout featuring a castle-style architectural design.

D

Lwlany

Castle

E

San

Castle

F

h akoy

Castle

G

Rebaz Barznjy

Castle

H

Aran

Castle

I

Salar agha

Castle

J

Qlat pyrt shary htwlyry !!

Historical landmark situated within the ancient Citadel grounds.

K

Jezhnikan

Castle

L

Maly mhmd mla qadr

Castle

M

Mntqt ambayr

A modern district known for high-rise architecture and panoramic views of the city's northern expansion.

N

Schlumberger Erbil Gazna base

Industrial area offering an elevated perspective of Erbil's northern outskirts.

O

Shar aldkhwl aly shqlawt mn arbyl

Gateway marking the main route from Erbil toward the mountain resort town of Shaqlawa.

P

Tekke

A traditional Sufi religious lodge and spiritual gathering place.

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