
TAKWTAK Comic Project
TAKWTAK is a new international comic publication developed and implemented as an initiative by Paia Comic Studio in Slemani. It is produced in coordination with

TAKWTAK is a new international comic publication developed and implemented as an initiative by Paia Comic Studio in Slemani. It is produced in coordination with

To all writers from our sister UNESCO Cities of Literature – we are inviting you to put yourself forward to be one of our virtual writers in residence in

The Galawezh Intellectual Center is a literary and cultural organization established in 1996 in the city of Slemani. In addition to organizing annual seminars, panels,

The Kurdish Writers’ Union is a prominent professional organization that has played a vital and brilliant role in serving Kurdish literary and intellectual heritage, consistently

Sardam Publishing House was established on October 25, 1998, by Decree No. 98 of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Council of Ministers. The house was

Center for arts and culture at American university of Iraq, sulaimani(AUIS) Kashkul brings together Kurdish, Iraqi, and international scholars to study, create, preserve, and translate

The Slemani Public Library has a rich history dating back to the 1930s when the legendary poet and journalist, Piramerd, first called upon authorities in

The Zheen Center for Documentation and Research is a non-governmental archival center, established in 2004 in the city of Slemani, dedicated to the collection, preservation,

As an academic research center, Kurdology Centre was founded in 1996 at the University of Sulaimani, aiming to develop scholarly research in the aspects related

The Kurdish Heritage Institute NGO was established in 2003. It has two main offices in Slemani and Duhok, and it has representatives in Kirkuk and

Established in 1961, the Slemani Museum is the second-largest archaeological museum in Iraq, following the National Museum in Baghdad. This site is a primary destination

Cultur Factory is an innovative and unique project that represents the revitalization of industrial sites by transforming them into cultural and artistic spaces. This center

The Jamal Erfan Cultural Foundation is a non-governmental, non-profit organization established in 2013 by the prominent Kurdish national figure Dr. Taha Rasul. Over the past

The National Museum of Amna Suraka is one of the most important historical sites in the city of Slemani. During the Ba’ath regime era, this

The General Directorate of Culture and Arts in Slemani is affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Youth of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). In

Zanst Organization is a non-governmental and non-partisan organization that focuses on dialogue and research in intellectual, cultural, political, and social fields. The organization conducts research

Rahand Cultural Center is a cultural Center in the city of Slemani, established in 2018. The center consists of a library, a café, and a

Paia studio is a consulting agency dedicated to empowering cultural, educational, and creative organizations. Operating from Slemani, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Paia Studio collaborates with public

Ghazalnus Center is a unique cultural center and library that has become a sanctuary for book lovers in the city of Slemani. With its beautiful

Agora Vision was founded to use creative thinking, great designs, and computing advancements to fill a gap in Kurdish and other distinctive literature around the

An influential intellectual center in the Kurdish cultural world, Hazhan Center in Slemani, has been actively engaged in Kurdish cultural and intellectual life since its

Wsha Library is one of the largest and most important libraries in Slemani. It was established in 2009 by the decision of Nawshirwan Mustafa on Zargata

The Dialogue and Culture Organization is a civil society organization working to consolidate the principles of coexistence and peace. In a region home to many

The Karim Alaka Foundation is an independent cultural institution established in 2019 by the prominent national figure Dr. Taha Rasul in the city of Slemani.

The Khal Organization for Thought and Culture is a prominent intellectual institution in Slemani named after the famous Kurdish scholar and judge, “Sheikh Mohammed Khal.”

The Civil Development Organization (CDO) is one of the most prominent and influential non-governmental organizations in Slemani, dedicated to strengthening civil society and protecting the

The Zahaw Center for Intellectual Research is a prominent academic and cultural institution in the city of Slemani that focuses on Islamic thought and contemporary dialogue. Its

The Awkaf Library in Slemani is one of the most important and wealthiest cultural and religious centers in the Kurdistan Region and Iraq, possessing an ancient and

The Zhyar Organization for Education and Human Development is an independent volunteer organization in the Kurdistan Region. It works to raise the level of awareness

The Slemani International Book Fair is the most anticipated annual literary event in the Kurdistan Region. Held near Tasluja, the fair hosts hundreds of publishing

This is a non-profit cultural institution dedicated to the service of Kurdish culture and the realization of its cultural goals and objectives. Phone: 07702500000 Email: info@emr.krd

The Sherko Bekas Museum is a significant cultural and literary center in Slemani, officially opened in a ceremony on September 20, 2025. The museum is

Ara Center, or the Ara Media Center, is a vibrant institution active in journalism, literature, and social activity. It is a creative center for design,

The Slemani Institute of Fine Arts is one of the most significant and oldest centers for artistic education in the Kurdistan Region and Iraq, founded

The Roman Theatre is a strategic cultural and tourism project in Slemani. Construction began in 2012 as part of the “Capital of Culture” initiatives and

Talari Hunar is the largest and most modern art performance hall in Slemani, with a main auditorium that accommodates 1,500 people. It is dedicated to

Esta Gallery, located within the “CulturFactory” in Slemani, is one of the most prominent and important centers for contemporary art. Established in 2018, it operates

The Astana Knowledge Library and Forum is a cultural and intellectual center belonging to the Astana Organization. This venue was opened as a space to

This is an artistic and cultural center in the city of Slemani, serving as an important platform for showcasing the creativity of artists in various fields.

Ari Gallery is a prominent cultural and artistic center in the city of Slemani that serves writers, poets, and book lovers. The center organizes various literary activities

Artfrosh Gallery is a specialized art platform in the city of Slemani operating under the supervision of the Vim Foundation. This gallery focuses on showcasing visual arts,

This is one of the most active departments of the General Directorate of Culture and Arts in Slemani. it consists of a dance and folk-dance group,

This is an official art gallery in Slemani, established in 2006 in honor of the renowned Kurdish painter, the late Ismail Khayat (1944–2022), to commemorate

The Roshnbiry Theatre is one of the most historic and beloved venues in Slemani. For several decades, this hall has served as the primary platform

In 1914, Ibrahim Ahmad was born in this house. In 1930, the house was hit by British army bombardment, which destroyed its traditional oven and

The Rostam Aghala Museum and Gallery is a private artistic and cultural center founded by the famous Kurdish painter and photographer Rostam Aghala. The gallery

Tawar Hall is one of the most historic and significant multipurpose halls in the city of Slemani, deeply connected to the city’s social and political life.

Ahu Gallery is a private artistic and cultural center in Slemani, managed by the painter and ceramic artist Ms. Mahabad Jamal. This gallery is a space

On Thursday evening, July 23, 2026, the third edition of the Maulana Festival officially commenced at Maulana Park in Slemani. The opening ceremony was attended

The President Jalal Talabani Foundation is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit, and impartial organization with a cultural, humanitarian, and national mission. It is dedicated to introducing,