Journey to the Erbil Citadel in Iraq

Over 6,000 years old, Erbil Citadel is considered one of the longest continuously inhabited sites on Earth. Near the site of Alexander the Great's famed victory in 331 BCE over Persian king Darius III, Erbil Citadel is an impressive architectural feat located on an archaeological tell rising around 98 ft (30 m) above the surrounding plains. Join WMF Regional Director Alessandra Peruzzetto as she introduces you to this ancient wonder and ongoing efforts to recover its economy and vibrant cultural life.