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Geographical & Cultural Overview

Karbala, a significant locality within Iraq, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Karbala, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude 32.61603 and longitude 44.02488, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 32 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 434,450 people, Karbala holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLA underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of 12. It is further organized within the 94822 subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as Karbala, Karbala', Karbalaa, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Karbala are synchronized to the Asia/Baghdad timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

Karbala
Karbala'
Karbalaa
Karbalo
Karbalá
Karbalā’
Karbila
Karmpala
Kerbala
Kerbela
Kərbəla
Meshed Hussain
Meshed Hussein
Nainawa
Qerbelaja
Shathi'ul-Furat
Vilojati Karbalo
al-Ghadiriya
ka er ba la
kaleuballa
karabala
karbala
karpala
karubara
karubara xian
krbla
krblaʾ
ktrbala
Καρμπάλα
Вилояти Карбало
Карбала
Кербала
Кербела
Քերբելա
כרבלא
מחוז כרבלא
كةربالا
كربلاء
محافظة كربلاء
کربلا
کەربەلا
ڪربلا
करबला
কারবালা
ਕਰਬਲਾ
கர்பலா
കർബല
ქარბალა
カルバラー
カルバラー県
卡爾巴拉
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