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Baghdad’s Zawra Park Entertains Millions

Baghdad’s Zawra Park Entertains Millions

More than 1.2 million Iraqi citizens passed through the gates of Zawra Park in northwest Baghdad’s Karkh district as they gathered with friends and family to celebrate the Eid al-Adha Dec. 8-11. This is a time of year when many families come together; and this year, those families chose to spend time together by visiting the park or touring the Baghdad Zoo to take in many of the recently opened exhibits. Dr. Adel Salman Mosa, the zoo’s … Read entire article »

Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror

Zawra Park Bustles in the Heart of Baghdad

Zawra Park Bustles in the Heart of Baghdad

Iraqi police and Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers visited Zawra Park in the Karkh District of Baghdad for a firsthand view of the bustling area on Oct. 5, 2008. Huge numbers of visitors came to the busy city park as part of Eid al Fitr, the three-day celebration that marks the end of the Ramadan month of fasting. “It’s a big celebration today,” said Lt. Col. Robert Kirby, commander of 4th Battalion, 42nd Field Artillery Regiment, 1st … Read entire article »

Filed under: Iraq, Rebuilding, War on Terror