What is special about Ranya?
The Ranya uprising achieved a great victory for the Kurdish people and many refer to the town as Darwaza-I Raparin, the Gate of the Uprising. Ranya is known for its produce and agricultural expertise and as such, the surrounding areas of Ranya are extremely fruitful.
Is Kurdistan Sunni or Shia?
Religion. Most Kurds are Sunni Muslims who adhere to the Shafiʽi school, while a significant minority adhere to the Hanafi school. Moreover, many Shafi’i Kurds adhere to either one of the two Sufi orders Naqshbandi and Qadiriyya. Beside Sunni Islam, Alevism and Shia Islam also have millions of Kurdish followers.
When did Kurds convert to Islam?
The name Kurd can be dated with certainty to the time of the tribes’ conversion to Islam in the 7th century ce. Most Kurds are Sunni Muslims, and among them are many who practice Sufism and other mystical sects.
When was the town of Ranya in Kurdistan established?
Established in 1789, during the late Ottoman Empire, Ranya is situated in Sulamaniyah province, some 130 km from Sulamaniyah city. A mid-sized town, Ranya is ringed by Kewa Rash, which means Black Mountain in Kurdish.
What is the population of Ranya in Iraq?
(2015) Ranya (Sorani Kurdish: ڕانیە) is a town in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, and is a part of the Sulaymaniyah Governance. According to the 2015 census, Ranya has a population of 229,924.
Where is the water spring in Ranya Kurdistan?
The forest and its surrounding greenbelt are perfect for picnics and sightseeing. This water spring lies 5 km east of Ranya, on the main road to Qala Dez Ranya.
What did the people of Ranya do in 1991?
The people of Ranya participated in a number of revolutions against tyrannical Iraqi regimes, most famously in May 1991. The Ranya uprising achieved a great victory for the Kurdish people and many refer to the town as Darwaza-I Raparin, the Gate of the Uprising.