Amedi: The Hill City Where Muslims, Christians and Jews Coexist in Peace
Amedi or also called amedia is a historical city that dates back to at least 3000 years BC This city is located in the province of Dhuhak, Kurdistan region, Northern Iraq, with a distance of almost 15 km from the Turkish border, the city of Amedia is located 1400 meters above sea level and is built on the valley of the river, the church of the city is surrounded by steep cliffs on all sides that offer incredible views of the surrounding landscape, which is also one of the locations Most beautiful in Kurdistan region.
Throughout the summer, amedia attracts many visitors from different regions, many people from Baghdad, Basra, and other cities come to amedia, partly because they are attracted by its history, but others because they are attracted by the city's stunning natural beauty, they can breathe fresh air, relax and picnic beside the waterfall For centuries, Amedia has been home to Christians and Muslims who coexist peacefully.
Even before the state of Israel was established, amedia was also home to a sizeable Jewish population, But after the creation of Israel in 1948, almost all of Amelia's Jews left this small town. Nevertheless, traces of Jewish civilization can still be clearly seen, he media to this day with a length of about 1000 meters and a width of 550 meters, today the city of Amedia is inhabited by about 9000 inhabitants for thousands of years, this plateau has become home to rulers, priests, and even countless Messiahs.
Madrasah buildings, gate towers, defenses, mosques, synagogues and churches become a symbol that shows the close relationship of the 3 major religions in this city, the pattern of roads and crossroads of the city also comes from ancient times which reflects a community that is very integrated with the elements of Islamic, Christian and Jewish architecture that are tightly packed The harmony of Jewish life, Christianity and Islam in Amedia is centered at one point, the three religions are united by the tradition of pilgrimage or reverence to the treasures of an unknown ancient Jewish religious figure variously described as the son of David, grandson of Joseph, or simply a little-known prophet buried in America. The pilgrimage site is highly sanctified and visited by adherents of the three religions in Amedia and cements the relationship between the three religions to this day.