Sep 24 2012

Iraq refurbishes Ur in hope of Papal visit

By Basem al-Rikabi Azzaman, September 24, 2012 Iraq is tidying up the remains of the ancient city of Ur in hope of a proposed visit by Pope Benedict XVI. The Antiquities Inspectorate in the Province of Dhi Qar of which Naisiyra is the capital says it has started restoration activities in Ur. Ur, the metropolitan [...]