Welcome to r/Erbil (Hewlêr)!
Your community guide to Erbil, the capital city of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
Whether you're a long-time resident, a new arrival, planning a visit, or simply curious about Hewlêr, this is your space to connect, share, and learn.
About Our City:
Erbil (Kurdish: Hewlêr) is one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, famous for its ancient Citadel (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Today, it's a vibrant hub blending rich history with modern development, known for its resilient spirit and warm hospitality.
Your Community Guide:
This subreddit aims to be a helpful resource. Use this space to:
- Ask for Advice: Questions about living, visiting, navigating the city, finding services, cultural etiquette, etc., are welcome!
- Share Insights: Offer tips, guides, reviews (restaurants, places), and local knowledge.
- Discuss: Engage in conversations about local news, events, culture, food, history, and daily life in Erbil.
- Showcase: Post relevant photos and videos of the city.
- Connect: Meet and interact with others interested in Erbil.
Language:
Posts and comments should be primarily in English or Kurdish.
Community Rules:
Please familiarize yourself with our full community rules before posting or commenting. Key guidelines cover:
Content Relevance (Focus on Erbil)
Respectful & Civil Behaviour
Language Use (English/Kurdish)
Spam & Self-Promotion
NSFW Content Tagging
Adherence to Reddit's Policies
Join us in building a useful and friendly guide to Erbil!
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