Hatra, Iraq (AFP) Sept 11, 2022
Strolling along the ancient ruins of Hatra in Iraq's north, dozens of visitors admired the site, where local initiatives seek to turn over a new leaf after a brief but brutal jihadist rule. Designated an endangered world heritage site by UNESCO, Hatra dates back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries BC. It is a two-hour drive from Mosul, the former "capital" proclaimed by the Islamic State (IS) g
Iraq ancient ruins open up to tourism after IS atrocities
Terra Daily
0 shares
1 views