Basra, Iraq · Asia
Al Fāw sits on the route: 10 minutes from Arvand Kenār.
Al Fāw is a city located in Basra, Iraq. With a population of 104,569, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Al Fāw sits in Iraq. It's in the Asia/Baghdad time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Al Fāw to your route.
The Battle of Al Faw began on 20 March 2003 and continued for four days, as part of the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
One of the initial objectives of the Coalition was to capture every GOPLAT (gas and oil platform) in the Al-Faw Peninsula before they could be sabotaged or destroyed by the Iraqi military. Doing so would alsoRead more
deny Iraq the ability to cause another ecological disaster, as it had done with the Kuwait oil fires and the Persian Gulf oil spill in 1991. By seizing the country's coast, the Coalition would also ensure a quicker takeover of Iraqi oil production.
The 3 Commando Brigade of the British Armed Forces would also capture Umm Qasr at the same time, so that Umm Qasr Port—the only deep water port in Iraq—could be used to bring in heavy military supplies once Khawr Abd Allah was cleared by the Mine Counter Measures Task Group. The 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit of the United States Marine Corps was placed under the command of the 3 Commando Brigade in order to provide the necessary force for capturing both targets.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Al Fāw.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Al Fāw.
Al Fāw offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Al Fāw with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Al Fāw as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Al Fāw is located in Basra, Iraq, Asia. The coordinates are 29.9742 latitude, 48.4731 longitude.
Al Fāw has a population of approximately 104,569 people, making it a city in Iraq.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Al Fāw as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Al Fāw. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Other places to explore near Al Fāw.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning