'No pilgrims': Regional war hushes Iraq's worship tourism
Summary
The city of Najaf in Iraq, known for its important religious shrine, has seen a sharp drop in worship tourists due to ongoing war in the Middle East. This has hurt local businesses like shops and hotels that rely on visitors.Key Facts
- Najaf is a holy city in Iraq, famous for the Imam Ali shrine.
- Normally, many pilgrims from different countries visit the shrine.
- The Middle East war has caused the number of pilgrims to fall drastically.
- The quiet streets and empty courtyards show the lack of visitors.
- Local shopkeepers and hotel owners are struggling because tourists are not coming.
- They hope that peace will return so tourism and business can recover.
- The article mentions increasing regional tensions, including possible conflict involving Iran and the U.S.
- The war affects not only security but also cultural and religious activities in Iraq.
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