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Landmarks
Imam Ali Holy Shrine
The old city
The shrine of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib at the heart of the old city: Najaf's foremost landmark, visited by pilgrims from Iraq and the world.
The Imam Ali Holy Shrine stands at the centre of Najaf's old city. Beneath its golden dome, flanked by two minarets and surrounded by the courtyard of the shrine, lies Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib. It is the heart of the city and draws visitors all year round, above all on religious occasions.
Highlights
- The golden dome and its two minarets
- The shrine's courtyard
- The decorated iwans and gates
Landmarks