Your complete guide to visiting Qandil Mountains, Iraq
Towering in Iraqi Kurdistan, the Qandil Mountains reveal jagged peaks and remote villages. A trek here blends rugged scenery with Kurdish hospitality.
Steep ridges and panoramic vistas reward hikers with sweeping alpine views.
Ancient stone houses cling to slopes, and locals share stories.
Rare birds and mountain goats inhabit forested valleys and high plateaus.