Baghdad

:For other meanings see Baghdad (disambiguation)

Geography

Baghdad sits on the Tigris River at a point where the Tigris is about 50 kilometres from the Euphrates River. The city is mostly flat, with the western side of the city having wider boulevards, more expensive homes and more government buildings. Low-income housing is generally located in the east.

Related Topics:
Kilometre - Euphrates River - Boulevards

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Although the city itself, with its riverside location, has a number of green spaces, residents often feel the influence of the desert to the south and west in the form of sandstorms.

Related Topics:
Desert - Sandstorms

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Historically Baghdad was of great importance to international trade. Commerce routes from India, Persia and Europe met at the city. Today, the affluent neighborhood of Kerrada is Baghdad's business district. Baghdad is still an important node for road, air and train traffic. The city's main airport is Baghdad International Airport.

Related Topics:
Commerce - India - Persia - Europe - Kerrada - Airport - Baghdad International Airport

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