Fun facts about Mosul
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The term Mosul means 'linking point' or 'Junction City' in Arabic.
Mosul
Iraq
Mosul is a major city in northern Iraq, serving as the capital of Nineveh Governorate. It is the second largest city in Iraq overall after the capital Baghdad and situated on the banks of Tigris. The ruins of the ancient Assyrian city of Nineveh, once the largest city in the world, are on the east side of the city.
From the “Etymology” section
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Nineveh, located on the eastern side of Mosul, was settled as early as 6000 BC.
Mosul
Iraq
Mosul is a major city in northern Iraq, serving as the capital of Nineveh Governorate. It is the second largest city in Iraq overall after the capital Baghdad and situated on the banks of Tigris. The ruins of the ancient Assyrian city of Nineveh, once the largest city in the world, are on the east side of the city.
From the “History” section
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Mosul was known for its flourishing industry making luxury brass items in the 13th century.
Mosul
Iraq
Mosul is a major city in northern Iraq, serving as the capital of Nineveh Governorate. It is the second largest city in Iraq overall after the capital Baghdad and situated on the banks of Tigris. The ruins of the ancient Assyrian city of Nineveh, once the largest city in the world, are on the east side of the city.
From the “History” section
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Mosul was considered 'the most independent district' within the Middle East during Ottoman rule.
Mosul
Iraq
Mosul is a major city in northern Iraq, serving as the capital of Nineveh Governorate. It is the second largest city in Iraq overall after the capital Baghdad and situated on the banks of Tigris. The ruins of the ancient Assyrian city of Nineveh, once the largest city in the world, are on the east side of the city.
From the “History” section
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Photo: Copyright © 2013 Younus Alhamdani · CC BY-SA 4.0