Najaf

Welcome to Najaf

Named as the Islamic Capital of Culture for the year 2012 Najaf is a bustling city with much to see.

Please check with your embassy to find out about any travel restrictions before you travel.

Top things to see and do in Najaf

  • Be dazzled by the glittering dome of the Imam Ali Mosque. An amazing 7,777 pure gold tiles cover the dome and the two 35 m high minarets are each made of 40,000 gold tiles. The mosque is also home to treasures donated by various sultans.
  • Lose yourself in the Souk Elchibeer or grand souk. There you’ll find pottery, spices, worry beads, perfumes and carpet shops.

Tips for travellers

Kufa is just 10 km away from Najaf on the edge of the Euphrates River and home to the second oldest mosque in Iraq.

You can get around Iraqi Kurdistan by private taxi or shared taxi. Shared taxis are the cheaper form of transportation and drivers will usually wait till the taxi is full. Whether you take a private or shared taxi, you may need to agree a fare with the driver before you start your journey.

You can get around Iraqi Kurdistan by private taxi or shared taxi. Shared taxis are the cheaper form of transportation and drivers will usually wait till the taxi is full. Whether you take a private or shared taxi, you may need to agree a fare with the driver before you start your journey.

Airport information

flydubai operates its flights into and out of Najaf Airport.

Find out more about this airport.