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In September of 2022, I traveled to one of the most misunderstood countries in the world, Iraq. You’ve probably heard a lot about Iraq and its people on the news, and you’ve probably developed certain opinions of them based off what you’ve heard. But what if what you’ve heard isn’t actually the case?
For nearly two weeks, my buddy Tasos and I teamed up with our friends at Bil Weekend for an unforgettable trip through Iraq that took us everywhere from Baghdad, to the ruins of ancient Babylon, to the street markets of Mosul, to the culture-rich marshlands in southern Iraq.
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But what was it like on the ground? Was it dangerous? Was there violence in the streets? Did the people hate me or want to hurt me because I’m American? The answer to all of those questions is a resounding “NO.”
In fact, it was quite the opposite. Everywhere I went, people were warm, friendly, and kind-hearted. They embraced me and Tasos from day one, enthusiastically wringing our hands, hugging us, and even hand-feeding us lots (and lots) of yummy Iraqi food!
By the end of my trip, I was blown away by how wrong most people’s perceptions of Iraq are. This is not the awful, violent, scary place that some people want you to think it is. It may have its challenges, but Iraq is a gorgeous country, filled with some of the sweetest, kindest people I’ve ever met.
Don’t believe me? That’s okay. Let me show you…
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My name is David Hoffmann. Since starting David’s Been Here in 2008, I have traveled to over 1,300 destinations in 91 countries to experience and document unique cultures on my KZfaq channel, travel blog, and social media.
I highlight culture and historical sites, but my passion is food! I love to experience and showcase the different flavors each destination has to offer, from casual street food to gourmet restaurant dining.
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