Al Başrah al Qadīmah vs Arāk
Which city is right for your trip in 2026?
Updated March 2026
Quick Comparison
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Daily Budget
Al Başrah al Qadīmah: IQD 50000/day
Arāk: IRR 1500000/day
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Safety
Al Başrah al Qadīmah: moderate
Arāk: safe
Al Başrah al Qadīmah
Iraq
Arāk
Iran
Country
Iraq
Iran
Population
2.0M
504K
Timezone
Asia/Baghdad
Asia/Tehran
Avg Temperature
35°C
21°C
Best Months
Jan, Feb, Dec
Apr, May, Oct
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Al Başrah al Qadīmah or Arāk cheaper?
Budget travellers spend around IQD 50000/day in Al Başrah al Qadīmah compared to IRR 1500000/day in Arāk.
Is Al Başrah al Qadīmah or Arāk safer?
Al Başrah al Qadīmah is rated "moderate" while Arāk is rated "safe" for tourists. Both are popular destinations with millions of visitors each year.
Should I visit Al Başrah al Qadīmah or Arāk?
It depends on your priorities. Al Başrah al Qadīmah is cheaper for budget travellers. Check the full comparison above for weather, ratings, and more details.
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