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Mark Wiens Abroad in Basra: 5 Spots

5 spots in Basra, mapped from My First Meal in IRAQ Wasn’t What I Was Expecting by Mark Wiens Abroad.

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Map of 5 spots from My First Meal in IRAQ Wasn’t What I Was Expecting

The 5 spots

  1. Persian Gulf

    Natural Feature

    Persian Gulf (also known as the Arabian Gulf)

  2. Arabian Gulf Academy for Maritime Studies

    Research Institute

    HQ95+JQM البصرة خمسة ميل، Al Basrah, Basra Governorate, Iraq

  3. Fish Market

    Hypermarket

    FRW9+X44, Basrah, Basra Governorate, Iraq

  4. Basrah

    Area marker

    Basrah, Basra Governorate, Iraq

  5. Shatt Al Arab

    River

    Shatt Al Arab

From the video

My First Meal in IRAQ Wasn’t What I Was ExpectingMy First Meal in IRAQ Wasn’t What I Was Expecting · Mark Wiens Abroad

Mark Wiens Abroad was particularly impressed by the unique seafood culture in Basra, noting it as the only region in Iraq where saltwater fish is common. He highlighted the white pomfret as a prized delicacy and was surprised by the heavy use of dill in the shrimp and tuna rice dishes.

Food from the video

  • Dill shrimp rice
  • Tuna dill fried rice
  • Zubai (white pomfret)
  • Hamour (grouper)
  • Noi fish
  • Okra stew
  • Vegetable and red bean stew
  • Tomato rice

Planning notes

Trip guide

  • Basra Governorate

Planning questions

Where did Mark Wiens Abroad eat in Basra?

This guide maps all 5 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Basra.

What are the must-try foods in Basra?

Creator picks from the video include Dill shrimp rice, Tuna dill fried rice, Zubai (white pomfret), Hamour (grouper). Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.

Can I save these spots to use on my trip?

Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.