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What's On in Erbil
Erbil (Hawler) surprises most visitors with the breadth of things on offer. The city's most iconic attraction is the Citadel (Qellat Hewlêr) — a UNESCO World Heritage Site on a mound inhabited for over 6,000 years, commanding views over the whole city. At its foot, Qaysari Bazaar is one of the oldest and most authentic markets in the Middle East, selling gold, spices, textiles, and Kurdish crafts. Beyond the cultural highlights, Erbil has a modern side: thriving restaurants and cafés, an active nightlife in Ankawa, rooftop bars, hookah lounges, shopping malls, and year-round events. The city is the launchpad for Kurdish mountain adventures — Shaqlawa, Rawanduz, and Bekhal Waterfall are all within two hours. Whatever you're looking for, Erbil has more of it than you expect. This page lists the best things to do and events happening in Erbil right now, updated daily.