Karbala province

Karbala province (Al Karbala كربلاء)

This is the place of Martyn Imam Husain, where he fought war with Yazid, then Emperor of the region, who claimed himself to be god. Imam Husain sacrificed his life for the truth. The place has the tomb Imam as well as his armies Commander-in-cheif and brother Abbas Allambardar. The Imam Husain's army had 96 warriors including women's and children were called Ahlebait. The total deaths in Ahlebait was 72. The place has the tomb of all the martyns. It is considered a sacred place for Shi'a Muslims.

Place is located on the banks of the river Euphrates. Quiet deserted and remote with regards to the current technology.

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