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...Veiled like its women is the beauty of Baghdad, a sprawling city of diverse architecture and neighborhoods, both modern and ancient, dissected by ancient waterways. The legendary pride and sophistication of Baghdadis created an Arabic word, "titbaghdada," used to imply snobbishness. But today, Baghdad is neglected. There is no sanitation and there are no garbage cans on the street, so waste is tossed generously throughout. The entire city is coated with a sandy yellowish film, deposited by dust storms and left unwashed. The most vivid color comes from the brilliant red sunsets that shimmer on the water and the mosque...
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