The golden dome and minarets of the Imam Hussein Shrine in Karbala
pilgrimage-destination Middle East, Iraq

Najaf and Karbala: Where Millions Walk for Shia Devotion

The twin holy cities of Shia Islam, home to the shrines of Imam Ali and Imam Hussein and the world's largest annual pilgrimage.

Historical Significance

Cultural and Spiritual Context

Associated traditions: Islam

Notable Features

Experiencing This Place Today

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