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Ranya (Sorani Kurdish: ڕانیە, romanized: Ranye, Arabic: رانية) is a town in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and is part of the Sulaymaniyah Governorate. It is twinned with Duluth, Minnesota.[1]
Ranya
ڕانیە Ranye | |
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Town | |
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  Ranya Location within the Kurdistan Region  Ranya Ranya (Iraq) | |
| Coordinates: 36°15′18″N 44°53′01″E / 36.25500°N 44.88361°E | |
| Country |  Iraq |
| Autonomous region |  Kurdistan Region |
| Governorate | Sulaymaniyah |
| District | Ranya |
| Elevation | 2,895 ft (882 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
• Total | 257,577[citation needed] |
| Ranya District | |
| Time zone | +3 |
| Website | http://raparin.gov.krd/ |
Geographical Location
editRanya is located in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, approximately 70 km northeast of Sulaymaniyah city. It is situated near the Hawraman Mountains and lies at an altitude of about 1,300 meters.[2]
History
editRanya has a rich history, having been an important center for Kurdish culture and politics. It was significantly affected during the Iraqi Civil War and has historical ties to the Kurdish nationalist movement.[3]
Economy
editThe economy of Ranya is primarily based on agriculture, particularly the cultivation of fruits and vegetables due to the region's fertile land. Additionally, the town has been developing its infrastructure and services, promoting local tourism.[4]
Demographics
editThe population of Ranya consists mainly of Kurds, with a mix of ethnic and religious minorities, including Arabs and Turkmen. This section can include information about the population size and density.[5]
Culture
editRanya is known for its cultural heritage, including traditional Kurdish music, dance, and festivals. The region hosts several cultural events that celebrate Kurdish traditions. [6]
Tourism
editThe town has several natural attractions, including mountains and rivers, making it a destination for hiking and outdoor activities. Mention of notable tourist sites or events can enhance this section. [7]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Rania". duluthmnsistercities.org. Duluth Sister Cities International. Retrieved 2020-06-22.
- ^ "Ranya". GeoNames. Retrieved 30 September 2024.
- ^ McDowall, David (2004). A Modern History of the Kurds. I.B. Tauris.
- ^ [[Insert relevant URL] "Economic Development in Ranya"]. [Publisher Name]. Retrieved 30 September 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check|url=value (help) - ^ Piro, Kamal (2015). Ethnic Groups in Iraqi Kurdistan. Kurdish Studies.
- ^ [[Insert relevant URL] "Cultural Heritage of Ranya"]. [Publisher Name]. Retrieved 30 September 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check|url=value (help) - ^ [[Insert relevant URL] "Tourism in Ranya"]. [Publisher Name]. Retrieved 30 September 2024.
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