Uskaf

Uskāf Banī Junayd,[1] also Iskāf,[2] was an ancient and medieval city of Iraq, located on the Nahrawan Canal at the present site of Sumāka.

[1] Although not mentioned by name in contemporary accounts, Uskaf was a significant urban center during the Sasanian period.

[6] Uskaf was the largest city in the Diyala basin both in the Sasanian and early Islamic periods.

[3] During this time, the city became known as "Bani Junayd" after a powerful local family known for its hospitality.

[7] The final construction at Uskaf dates from the late 11th century, and the site appears to have been abandoned shortly thereafter.

Map showing Uskaf in relation to other contemporary sites in the region