The most prominent tourist sites in Karbala

Ahlam Hassan Jassim Abdul Karim
Supervised by Asst. Prof. Dr. Fawaz Hamdan Abboud

1. Imam Hussein Shrine: It is considered a holy place for the Islamic nation, as it contains the shrine of Imam Hussein bin Ali, who was martyred in the Battle of Karbala. The shrine attracts millions of visitors annually.

2. Abbas bin Ali Shrine: It is considered another holy place in Karbala, as it contains the shrine of Abbas bin Ali, who was martyred in the same battle.

3. Husseiniya: Husseiniya is considered a place for religious and devotional celebrations, and it contains mosques and halls for holding prayers and religious occasions.

4. Karbala Museum: The museum includes a collection of artifacts and artworks dating back to different historical periods in the region.

5. Karbala Market: Visitors can enjoy wandering through the traditional markets in Karbala, and learn about handicrafts and trade in local products.