About Najaf

Najaf is one of the holiest cities in Shia Islam, built around the shrine of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, the first Shia Imam and cousin of Prophet Muhammad. The city has been a center of Shia learning for over 1,000 years, home to the prestigious Najaf Seminary (Hawza) where religious scholars from around the world come to study.

Top Attractions

Imam Ali Shrine

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The holiest site in Shia Islam, tomb of Imam Ali

Religious

Wadi-us-Salaam Cemetery

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World's largest cemetery, sacred burial ground

Historical

Najaf Seminary

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Premier center of Shia Islamic learning

Educational

Great Mosque of Kufa

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Historic mosque near Najaf with deep Islamic significance

Religious