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Baghdad's House of Wisdom and the Abbasid Golden Age
· History & Heritage
For several centuries Abbasid Baghdad was one of the great centres of learning in the world. What was the House of Wisdom, and what survives from that age?
Planning a Trip to Iraq and the Kurdistan Region
· Cities & Travel
Interest in travel to Iraq has grown in recent years. These practical notes cover seasons, entry rules, money, dress and etiquette, with one firm rule: check official advice first.
From Baghdad to the Casino Floor: A Short History of Probability
· Games & Chance
Every casino depends on the mathematics of chance. That mathematics has roots in the algebra and statistics of Abbasid Baghdad and grew up around the gaming tables of Europe.
The Mandaeans: One of Iraq's Oldest Faith Communities
· History & Heritage
The Mandaeans have lived beside the rivers of southern Iraq and south-western Iran for many centuries. A short, respectful introduction to their faith and traditions.