Did you know? You can actually learn Uruk (Ur) (First) history from Jim Henson's "The Dark Crystal". Who were the Guelflings? Who were The Pod People? Who were The Skekses? Who was the character Aughra, and what did she represent? These people / places / events were placed around the War of the Guelfs and Guibellines - which took place in Italy in the 12th and 13th century AD - marking a great myth, of history. Now, why would the very first civilization - The Uruks - have anything to do with 12th century Italy? The Great Aughra has left you children, a book of fantasy, meaning, and mystery; and shown the true meaning of ... the Ur-Skeks!!!' (For further mention, see The Myth of Zoroaster. Note the careful complexity of the British dual-wing-ed Eagle. Posterior myths include - the myth of Hitler)
My husband and I are in our mid-70s and have problems traveling because our bodies don't bend and move like we want. Watching your videos takes us around and lets us see worlds we will never see in person. While we shiver at some of the places you go, Noraly, thank you for taking us along with you! God bless you, and we pray for your safety! (And your mother!)
@@judithaaron6985 God bless you both. I have been watching her videos, from all 8 seasons. My wife & I have many health issues too & we find comfort in watching Noraly's video. Actually, as we speak, I am recovering from surgery & watching at least 5 of her videos every day.
I am from Iraq, from Al-Qadisiyah. I love you very much, and thank you for visiting my homeland, Iraq, and conveying to the world the goodness and generosity of my country🤍🫡
Everyone seems so pleasant/happy/helpful. People seem to most often ask if she's German. Would they have the same reaction if she said she was American?
People the world over are generally nice and good to even complete strangers But let's not discount the fact that she's a good looking white woman The level of niceness would go down significantly if it was ... let's say a burly middle aged brown or black man In any case western media portrayal of Asia and Africa is generally negative so people are pleasantly surprised to see the actual state of these regions and peoples
@@abhir7823that’s true. Majority of the people just want to live peacefully with each other. Conflicts are caused by the few that are greedy for power and wealth.
NoorAli I’m really enjoying this season thank you! I’ll never go to Iraq nor Iran and I’m loving the people of these countries. ♥️ We don’t see this side in America. I loved seeing the ancient sites today.
I am wondering how many other viewers also felt humbled, goosebumps, and very moved at seeing the buildings and remains from centuries ago. It never ceases to amaze me as to how friendly and courteous the people are in every country you have visited, far from what the news media would want us to believe. I can't thank you enough for sharing your travels and experiences with us (even though I was wreck waiting to hear from you after that very bad wreck when you were injured so badly). I hope you will continue to have safe travels (and Frankie does not get stolen or vandalized again), and have many more wonderful experiences and meet more wonderful people.
Noraly thanks for all these years of videos from all over the world. I’m proud to be Dutch and you are the best ambassador to show that there are more good people on the planet than government and press show at us. I’m 61 years and traveled through all of Europe by motorcycles and took never the time and had so much courage as you show. Hope there will follow many more and hope you will stay safe. We all are in our hearts and mind with you.
You nailed it, my friend!! She is doing an awesome job representing your country! Many of my comments on this platform make reference to Itchy Boots. Any time someone makes reference to the Netherlands, I'll reply and mention Noraly. The series about the Dutch motorcycle scene, really made me want to visit there. That, and all of the crazy waterworks engineering feats that you guys are famous for! Dutch People Rock!
What attracts me to her so much is her sheer rawness. I have went back and watched all her vids and she has grown incredibly. And so young! Happy Trails.
I was deployed to Tallil Air Force base from Dec 2006 to March of 2008. The base is next to the City of Ur. There were guided visits for us...Amazing place to visit!! So nice to see that Iraq is peaceful now and doing better. Best wishes to the people of Iraq!
I'm so engrossed in this episode that I'm talking to you out loud saying, "He's telling you you need to see the manager." Then I laughed at myself. Thank you so much for these videos. It helps me while I sit in the cold and snow in Canada, longing to be riding again and wishing away the winter
I was so happy that you went to Uruk, a city that is so long been on my bucket list that when my studies brought me in touch with the Tale of Gilgamesh, in the Ennuma Elish, that I went to see where you were standing. The pictographs, the blue faienced baked bricks, and the artifacts from that site conjured up such things that I can't explain to any. Ur, another case where literature fails to comprehend just how very significant that these City-States rose to their relative apexes, and later dimming to mear shadows of their once great selves. With all my heart, thank you! ❤
She did that while on camera. Then she turned the camera off and chased the kid down and beat her up and took her money back. ( Okay, Okay, I'm just kidding )
Noraly has the patience of a saint….well, after all she is a world traveler, but soooo many places she has to stop and show her passport! Mind blowing!
This never happens in my country. (Holland, where Noraly is also from.) But whenever i am abroad and i come across a situation like a begging child i always make the effort to give generously. Not all kids had the luck to be born in a rich country. But they all deserve a chance and i wish them well.
unfortantly, when kids are begging, nowadays they are from "gangs" who ask them to beg on the streets. Normally people don't beg and the community stands by their needs this is in most countries.
@@shirleycoles3652 Yes, in some countries they do and if it works the children don't get to go to school any more. That is always the problem in these situations, unless you know 110% sure the background, it is usually damaging to give money to children. It is 99% of the time a "no no" situation. But it feels better to just hand over a small bill. So even some experiences travellers like Noraly fall for it.
Thanks to Itchy Boots, we have received another great lesson in ancient history!! The ziggurat’s were an amazing sight to see, and the first written word?? WOW!! What a treat at the end of a long day…a room fit for royalty!! Thanks for sharing this amazing historical journey and it’s lovely to see all the Iraqis just wanting so desperately to communicate with you!! Cheers from Texas USA ❤❤
The people at the checkpoints are amazing! So nice and helpful. The ruins and artifacts are all absolutely stunning! Thank you for showing us a bit of history and culture that we otherwise wouldn’t ever see. Ride safe Noraly!
Greetings and love from Cameroon! I studied languages in Germany and it took me this episode to realize where the prefix ur comes from! They actually say Ursprung for origin, Uropa for great-grandpa and Urknall for the Big Bang. And you can actually emphasize how ancient or old something or somebody is by using it many times: ur-ur-oma for great-great-grandma. I've been saying it for years without knowing where that comes from. Thanks so much Noraly for letting us have a close look at the origins of civilization in Mesopotamia and Babylon.
I'm always amazed how you just get stuff done without knowing the language (gas up, checkpoints, greeting people etc). Perfect hotel room for Noraly, Queen Of The Road.😄 🥰❤
27:54 He asks you to come to his house to rest and to provide you with food. This is a kind of hospitality for us, where we ask the visitor to come to our house and eat ❤
Wrong interpretation of the situation. He did say come to my house multiple times right when he saw her but it's very culturally inappropriate for two grown men to ask a women they just saw on the street to come to his house. He obviously had other intentions then switched up probably when he noticed the camera then said welcome to Iraq. As an Iraqi women watching this it made me so uncomfortable, glad she didn't understand it in the moment....
@@shatha4717I don't think your interpretation is correct. The man asked her to host him in his house, and his house contains his family and wife. Why did you interpret the matter with bad intentions? The people of Nasiriyah are known for welcoming and honoring guests.
في العراق في كل مدينه تجد عشرات المواقع الاثريه وللأسف اغلبها لم تنقب ما زالت تحت الأرض ! بسبب الحكومات الفاسده الذي لا يهمها امر البلد .شكرا نورالي لانك اضهرتي للعالم ان العراق بلد غني بالتاريخ ❤ واتمنى لك رحله امنه
Your videos of Iraq are a real eye-opener, every video is an absolute pleasure to watch and to learn from. What can I say except God bless Iraq and God bless you too Norali for doing such a lovely work.
@@gastonpruneaud8830 With my years in D.C. , I never gave money but would offer ,around lunch time, to take them to my favorite sub shop which, back then it was Eddie Leonard's, and buy then a meal..Had some very interesting conversations over lunch..:-) Real people and some with great stories. Bit for the grace of God???
The guys at 27:45 wanted to invite Noraly to their home as a welcome gesture to Iraq. Truly Amazing how Noraly has picked all the right places to allow the rest of the world a view to all of these important Iraqi cites that have been for decades obstructed due to war and unrest!
Thank you Noraly, once again, for sharing these acient treasures from Iraq. It is breathtaking contemplating these extraordinary sites where so many things happened along History of the Humankind. Iraq is really a very rich archeological site. Thank you for so fascinating information, as well. Thank you to all Iraqis who are treating Noraly with respect, kindness, and generosity everywhere. A pleasure to meet all of them. The world is loving the beauty of the places and the hospitality of Iraqis. Bless your hearts and lives. Noraly, stay safe and accept our deepest gratitude.
Allein dieser kurze Augenblick, als dich das Mädchen anspricht, war es wert das Video anzusehen. Solche Begebenheiten und deine kindliche Freude sind es, welche deine Videos einzigartig für mich machen. Hoffentlich kannst du dir diese Eigenschaft bis ins hohe Alter bewahren. Zu wünschen ist es dir. ❤lichen Dank für die Exkursion im Zweistromland. Dein Bekanntheitsgrad dürfte, abgesehen von deiner Heimat, außerhalb Europas mittlerweile größer als darin sein. Ich freue mich schon auf Mittwoch. Ciao! 🤗
I so appreciate that you take us along to sites of extreme antiquity like you do. I feel spoiled because I have seen every episode of all the seasons. I celebrate all of your accomplishments, from education, family and the background that inspires you to be our teacher on the world and, for the most part, the beauty of humanity everywhere. Icing on the cake - you show the natural beauty of our wonderful planet. Thank you for sharing!
Hi Noraly, thanks for being our tour guide through Iran 🇵🇾 and for showing us what we would not otherwise be able to see and the history of the places you go, the people are so friendly and helpful, keep safe out there and God Bless you. Stay as humble as you are, you are a great ambassador for your country and all of us. Greetings from Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦
@ 3:10 Noraly asks man kneeling on side of the road next to his scooter in traffic if he is OK? She has been in the same situation and has been offered help also! Heart Warming!
Nice ride today , cool camel 🐪 crossing and some very interesting history. Living in the US not much is older than 260 years old other then our Native Americans historical sights that may be 700,or 800 years old . so when I see a city that is 2,100 years BC it hard for me to comprehend. Everyone seems so helpful , nothing better than friendly people helping each other along the way. Thanks for taking us with you on this journey.
Hey Noraly, your kindness and humanity show through in every video. This video, profiling Ur is a fascinating story and is another example of your ability to inform and educate your subscribers. Iraq is proving to be an amazing country with wonderful people always willing to help and guide you. Thanks for sharing the adventure. Cheers and stay safe. Dan. ✌️🏍🇨🇦
حبيبي، شو قصة محطة البنزين؟ ما فهمت كل الحوار حول عدم إمكانية ان تحصل على بنزين بنفسها دون الحاجة إلى الجركن، وبالذات واني شاهدت بعض السيارات واصحابها يعبئون سياراتهم بالبنزين بأنفسهم دون كل هذه التعقيدات. تحياتي طارق نصر امريكا
@@OmarIbnSayyid vero , i se hai/avete notato la tanica era sia nascosta in principio, e poi la di nuovo nascosta dentro il cespuglio alla fine ......... Bho? Noraly accenna qualcosa tipo una specie di incidente, un esplosione con moto coinvolte o che l'hanno causata, non si capisce benissimo dalla tradizione ✌🏻
@ Ho sentito parlare di due atti criminali commessi da due motociclisti separati, che trasportavano esplosivi sulle loro moto e li hanno fatti esplodere presso le pompe di benzina. Tuttavia, ho la sensazione che ci sia di più in questa storia, e il modo in cui nascondevano le taniche rosse di benzina è molto sospetto. Ho chiesto a degli iracheni di quella parte del paese di chiarirmi questo punto. Aggiornerò questa discussione appena riceverò una spiegazione logica. La storia dei motociclisti criminali non mi basta.
Dear Noraly, you already qualify for a whole swag of awards for the work you do to inform and entertain the world, but one distinction is especially laudable, and that is your boundless patience and goodwill in the face of endless hold-ups and demands by armies of 'officials'. You are an inspiration to us all.
Ooh la la 'Noor Ali' how your improving Arabic is serving you so well 😀 Thanks for taking us to these Ziggurats, especially Ur. Amazing! Thank you Iraqi 🇮🇶 people and officials for your kindness. Blessings from North Borneo ❤
Merhaba Noraly harikasın , ben Türkiye'den Orhan bütün videolarını izliyor ve takip ediyorum. Bir çoğunu izledim, daha eskileri de izleyeceğim. Ziguratlar hakkında bilgi vermen bilmeyenler için uygun olmuş. Ben kitaplardan biliyorum ama gerçek görüntülerini görmemiştim emeğin için çok teşekkürler. Yeni maceralara yola devam bay.
What makes this vlog different is the respect and genuine interest in other cultures and religions, the historical information, the humanity, and the humour !
"Jobs fill your pocket, but adventures fill your soul." Thank you for filling our souls Noraly by taking us on this awesome adventure. Team Noraly all the way❤❤❤
You look great, your finely getting your color and health back. Africa was so hard and really beat you down. Then the injury and recovery on top of that.. You are the best Ambassador for Holland. Every where you go everyone loves you.
How far showing a little respect goes Noraly. Wonderful to watch. If only our politicians watched your ambassadorial skills the world would be a better place.
Wow, you are truly an amazing woman. I enjoy seeing the kindness that you received from all of those you bump into during your travels. I also love your giggles when you're not sure of what's happening lol. These videos that you do, shows us that there's no real boundaries when you travel. You're a true legend Noraly and wish you safe and trouble free passage no matter where you are. Much love from Canada
What an interesting video, Noraly! The ancient ruins are amazing! The people of Iraq are so friendly, and it was very thoughtful of you to help that girl. Thank you for taking us along on your exciting travels! Love from Pennsylvania 💕🌷🐻
حبيبي، شو قصة محطة البنزين؟ ما فهمت كل الحوار حول عدم إمكانية ان تحصل على بنزين بنفسها دون الحاجة إلى الجركن، وبالذات واني شاهدت بعض السيارات واصحابها يعبئون سياراتهم بالبنزين بأنفسهم دون كل هذه التعقيدات. تحياتي طارق نصر امريكا
@ أنا فهمت هذه المعلومة من عامل محطة البنزين. لكن يبقى السؤال، لماذا؟ سافرت إلى بلاد عديدة، عربية وأوروبية، وأعيش في امريكا منذ ٣٠ سنة. لم ارى مثل هذه من قبل. فقط أريد شرحا عقلانيا لو سمحت
@@OmarIbnSayyid يا حبيبي بسبب حوادث الحريق في الدرجات عند التعبئة من المحطة مباشراً .. لا يسمح لهم وهنا تعليمات عدم الموافقة لهم لان محرك الدراجة مكشوف ويأتي منه حرارة عالية وعندما يسكب البنزين يحدث حريق .. وبسبب كم شخص من سائقين الدراجات مهملين حرقت الكثير من محطات الوقود
Noraly, thanks for showing us Uruk and Ur, some of the oldest cities in the world. Mesopotamia is truly one of the “cradles” of modern civilization. Also…a big shout out to the Iraqi 🇮🇶 people who continue to show how kind they are to a foreign traveler. As-salamu alaykum.
It must be wonderful to set foot in the land of Uruk, capital of sumeria, one of the 3 cradles of civilization and the place where the first recorded form of writing was developed. Thanks for sharing Norali, following with enthusiasm. stay safe
Salam ,Dzień dobry .Dziękuję Ci za podróż w czasie ,wspomnienia z ponad 55 lat . To tylko wspomnienia ,byliśmy taką arabaną ,autobusem . Tyle wspomnień ,i czuję ten zapach pustyni ,czajchany,i tych placków chubys. Dziękuję .Tadeusz Zając.Poland.
The way Noraly is able to communicate without understanding the language needs to be studied...truly, we are beyond language differences, tribes and religion. Thanks as always Noraly!!!!!❤❤❤
I'm absolutely amazed by the amount of goodwill flowing toward Noraly. This episode was also noteworthy by visiting Uruk, one of the leading Sumerian city, the other one being the city of Ur. These two cities were in intense competition with each other. Modern history regards Sumer the most ancient recognizable civilization predating everything else. What else we know about Sumer? We know about Gilgamesh and his friendship with Enkidu.
THANK YOU, again, Noraly, for taking me to these ziggurats of historical importance, that are being preserved and protected, for generations to appreciate and learn about. You are a treasure to humanity as you ease through the different cultures, with respect and acceptance, despite the language barriers. Your natural laughter is contagious and puts people at ease. God bless you, Noraly.
Thank you Noraly for showing unique places and telling their stories. Watching your videos is learning and expanding our knowledge. Take care and have a good trip.
We have been watching all your travels from N California, US! I got our neighbors to watch too. She is from Belgium. We all marvel at how a smile from your heart opens so many doors in each country you visit! Thank you !
Absolutamente impactado por tu visita a Uruk, la primera ciudad de la historia , origen de la escritura y la planificación urbana!! Gracias por este inmenso regalo Noraly!!!❤🤗 Saludos desde Argentina!🙋🏻♂️🇦🇷
Noraly you've shown us parts of the world I've never thought I would get a chance to see, you're an absolute legend ❤ glad to be witness this amazing human being!
Bonsoir Noraly, 16h dimanche (ou mercredi) c'est le moment tant attendu d'un nouvel épisode (avec un verre de jus de pomme et un morceau de gâteau). Grâce à vous j'ai appris ce qu'est un Ziggurat et je me suis empressé de satisfaire ma curiosité en faisant une recherche sur Wikipedia. Les autres jours de la semaine je regarde à nouveau les épisodes précédents, j'en suis à la saison une, quelle nostalgie! Good evening Noraly, 4 p.m. Sunday (or Wednesday) is the long-awaited moment for a new episode (with a glass of apple juice and a piece of cake). Thanks to you I learned what a Ziggurat is and I hastened to satisfy my curiosity by doing a search on Wikipedia. The other days of the week I watch the previous episodes again, I'm in season one, what nostalgia!
A lovely room at the end of an interesting tiring day. Well deserved. A look at the ancient sights was a treat to see. Thanks for showing us parts of ancient Irac that otherwise would be unknown to us.
@@GM-cq6ez Yes all wars are awful destroying innocent lives and what is called collateral damage. Just look at Gazza and all the suffering of the Palestinian people. So good to see that we can now visit Iraq and experience the wonders of the country as shown by Noraly.
Noraly, I cannot help but believe with all my heart that you will always be treated with kindness because you never fail to be kind to those you encounter. We never know what others are experiencing.. @ 28:54 that child looked so lost in spirit. Thank you Noraly. My prayers follow you.🙏✨️
Being from America: watching Noraly endure all the check points makes me happy to live in a free country. I traveled from Florida to Oregon, not one check point.
Crazy so many check points, I think they just like to stop you and have a conversation, because you are such a loveable person. God bless and protect you 🙏❤️
Noraly, thank you for showing us the Ziggurat of Ur. I’ve seen it in photos and was hoping you’d take us there. Wonderful that you gave money to that young person on the road. Petrol station guys were so nice to you.
Ur is the city of Abraham . Abraham was in Ur when he was called to be the father of all nations. Ur was a vibrant city at that time so imagine been told to leave. What a wow!
Hi Noraly It is just awesome how the language barrier can be overcome by smiles and friendliness and a few words! You've got a good heart and made that little girls day! I really enjoy your videos. Safe TRAVELS!
I am really grateful to you Noraly , You took us in places where we never been. What's more is that that you inspired me and clear out obstacles to start my journey . Thank You
first written words were recorded around 3,500 BC in Sumer, Mesopotamia, with the development of a writing system called cuneiform, which was inscribed on clay tablets using a reed stylus to create wedge-shaped marks; the earliest known example is often cited as the "Kish tablet" from the Sumerian city of Kish.
Noraly's videos are kinda like travel lesson, geography lesson, history lesson and humanity lesson all in one.
@@sfy2k1 the history is wonderful. Right up my alley.
Exactly I thing she was a teacher.for arts subjects
Did you know? You can actually learn Uruk (Ur) (First) history from Jim Henson's "The Dark Crystal". Who were the Guelflings? Who were The Pod People? Who were The Skekses? Who was the character Aughra, and what did she represent?
These people / places / events were placed around the War of the Guelfs and Guibellines - which took place in Italy in the 12th and 13th century AD - marking a great myth, of history.
Now, why would the very first civilization - The Uruks - have anything to do with 12th century Italy? The Great Aughra has left you children, a book of fantasy, meaning, and mystery; and shown the true meaning of ... the Ur-Skeks!!!'
(For further mention, see The Myth of Zoroaster. Note the careful complexity of the British dual-wing-ed Eagle. Posterior myths include - the myth of Hitler)
I've wish everyone on Earth were like her. 🎉
Yeah I think she is a Geologist by profession.
She’s in the middle of Baghdad with a damaged bike and she STILL asks a fellow biker if he needed help
What a woman!
She learned from the generosity of the Iraqis
It's common for a motorcycles to ask if a motorcycles needs help any time
@@hassan9v yes but to be fair she has been met with generosity on all of her travels, worldwide.
Baghdad? It was Al-Najaf.
Isn't that normal for bikers.
My husband and I are in our mid-70s and have problems traveling because our bodies don't bend and move like we want. Watching your videos takes us around and lets us see worlds we will never see in person. While we shiver at some of the places you go, Noraly, thank you for taking us along with you! God bless you, and we pray for your safety! (And your mother!)
Thanks you . Ur is Amazing !
@@judithaaron6985 God bless you both. I have been watching her videos, from all 8 seasons. My wife & I have many health issues too & we find comfort in watching Noraly's video. Actually, as we speak, I am recovering from surgery & watching at least 5 of her videos every day.
Oh come on. I am 77 have all the aches and pains of older age but I get on my Ducati motorbike and ride everywhere in my country.
Wow, you!! ...
(just Gunna go for it !!! )quoting "Noraly °
I am from Iraq, from Al-Qadisiyah. I love you very much, and thank you for visiting my homeland, Iraq, and conveying to the world the goodness and generosity of my country🤍🫡
ıraklı kardeşlerime selam olsun karadenizden.
ودليل الخير والكرم الطفلة بالبرد شبه عارية .
Do you have Tesla's and Indian motorcycles there?
You have a beautiful and lovely country 🙏
Everyone seems so pleasant/happy/helpful. People seem to most often ask if she's German. Would they have the same reaction if she said she was American?
This is the best channel on UA-cam.
@@agile5849 this is the best comment I have liked
Noraly is a world wide Ambassador of good will and positivity.
People the world over are generally nice and good to even complete strangers
But let's not discount the fact that she's a good looking white woman
The level of niceness would go down significantly if it was ... let's say a burly middle aged brown or black man
In any case western media portrayal of Asia and Africa is generally negative so people are pleasantly surprised to see the actual state of these regions and peoples
@@abhir7823that’s true. Majority of the people just want to live peacefully with each other. Conflicts are caused by the few that are greedy for power and wealth.
Definitely should be honoured by the UN for her free services to our planet, thought this way back when she was in West Africa.
Amen to that!!!❤
As a fellow bike rider, I love how you stopped to check on the scooter driver. Bikers helping bikers must be universal ❤❤❤
Tell it (note avatar)
Screwed if American. That one guards face showed that.
@@rickharms1 yes… I’m ex military and noticed that!
Yes it is , In whole Europe, and alsohere in Thailand m Bikers stick together , No matter adventure , sport , or cruiser. We help each other if needed
A girl asked and Noraly gave without hesitation. What a wonderful character, you are a such kindhearted person.
Noraly is a brilliant example of kindness in the world. People immediately sense her integrity! I really enjoy seeing her latest travels in Iraq.
NoorAli I’m really enjoying this season thank you! I’ll never go to Iraq nor Iran and I’m loving the people of these countries. ♥️ We don’t see this side in America. I loved seeing the ancient sites today.
I am wondering how many other viewers also felt humbled, goosebumps, and very moved at seeing the buildings and remains from centuries ago. It never ceases to amaze me as to how friendly and courteous the people are in every country you have visited, far from what the news media would want us to believe.
I can't thank you enough for sharing your travels and experiences with us (even though I was wreck waiting to hear from you after that very bad wreck when you were injured so badly). I hope you will continue to have safe travels (and Frankie does not get stolen or vandalized again), and have many more wonderful experiences and meet more wonderful people.
Noraly thanks for all these years of videos from all over the world.
I’m proud to be Dutch and you are the best ambassador to show that there are more good people on the planet than government and press show at us.
I’m 61 years and traveled through all of Europe by motorcycles and took never the time and had so much courage as you show.
Hope there will follow many more and hope you will stay safe.
We all are in our hearts and mind with you.
You nailed it, my friend!!
She is doing an awesome job representing your country!
Many of my comments on this platform make reference to Itchy Boots.
Any time someone makes reference to the Netherlands, I'll reply and mention Noraly.
The series about the Dutch motorcycle scene, really made me want to visit there.
That, and all of the crazy waterworks engineering feats that you guys are famous for!
Dutch People Rock!
What attracts me to her so much is her sheer rawness. I have went back and watched all her vids and she has grown incredibly. And so young! Happy Trails.
❤😊
Say it every time,this channel deserves an award bless her.
I was deployed to Tallil Air Force base from Dec 2006 to March of 2008. The base is next to the City of Ur. There were guided visits for us...Amazing place to visit!!
So nice to see that Iraq is peaceful now and doing better. Best wishes to the people of Iraq!
Where are you from?
@@federicocauhepe142 رحم الله والديك
I was based at Tallil and across the desert at F.O.B Cedar 2008/2011.
Its so lovely to see Iraq peacefully getting on with life 🇮🇶
Thank you for contributing to the liberation of Iraq from the tyrant Saddam
@@طائرالحرية-ب2ت stop being a bootlicker, they ruined the country more, but u r brainwashed
I'm so engrossed in this episode that I'm talking to you out loud saying, "He's telling you you need to see the manager." Then I laughed at myself. Thank you so much for these videos. It helps me while I sit in the cold and snow in Canada, longing to be riding again and wishing away the winter
Me too , lol.
I was so happy that you went to Uruk, a city that is so long been on my bucket list that when my studies brought me in touch with the Tale of Gilgamesh, in the Ennuma Elish, that I went to see where you were standing. The pictographs, the blue faienced baked bricks, and the artifacts from that site conjured up such things that I can't explain to any. Ur, another case where literature fails to comprehend just how very significant that these City-States rose to their relative apexes, and later dimming to mear shadows of their once great selves. With all my heart, thank you! ❤
Thank you so much for helping that little girl by the side of the road. Your kindness made my day. ❤
driving thru stopped traffic all day.
She did that while on camera. Then she turned the camera off and chased the kid down and beat her up and took her money back. ( Okay, Okay, I'm just kidding )
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😭
Noraly has the patience of a saint….well, after all she is a world traveler, but soooo many places she has to stop and show her passport! Mind blowing!
Zo leuk om jouw reis te volgen. Thanks
It's always heartbreaking seeing kids begging on roads. Thanks for always being so kind and compassionate to everyone around you Norali
This never happens in my country. (Holland, where Noraly is also from.)
But whenever i am abroad and i come across a situation like a begging child i always make the effort to give generously. Not all kids had the luck to be born in a rich country. But they all deserve a chance and i wish them well.
unfortantly, when kids are begging, nowadays they are from "gangs" who ask them to beg on the streets. Normally people don't beg and the community stands by their needs this is in most countries.
In my country,the adults send the children out on the streets to beg😢
@@shirleycoles3652 Yes, in some countries they do and if it works the children don't get to go to school any more. That is always the problem in these situations, unless you know 110% sure the background, it is usually damaging to give money to children. It is 99% of the time a "no no" situation. But it feels better to just hand over a small bill. So even some experiences travellers like Noraly fall for it.
Exactly, even in Iraq, unfortunately, there are gangs that collect money from children 💔@@Nali_Verse
Thanks to Itchy Boots, we have received another great lesson in ancient history!! The ziggurat’s were an amazing sight to see, and the first written word?? WOW!! What a treat at the end of a long day…a room fit for royalty!! Thanks for sharing this amazing historical journey and it’s lovely to see all the Iraqis just wanting so desperately to communicate with you!! Cheers from Texas USA ❤❤
Thank you Noraly you are helping to heal the World 🙏🏽
The people at the checkpoints are amazing! So nice and helpful. The ruins and artifacts are all absolutely stunning! Thank you for showing us a bit of history and culture that we otherwise wouldn’t ever see. Ride safe Noraly!
Greetings and love from Cameroon!
I studied languages in Germany and it took me this episode to realize where the prefix ur comes from! They actually say Ursprung for origin, Uropa for great-grandpa and Urknall for the Big Bang. And you can actually emphasize how ancient or old something or somebody is by using it many times: ur-ur-oma for great-great-grandma. I've been saying it for years without knowing where that comes from.
Thanks so much Noraly for letting us have a close look at the origins of civilization in Mesopotamia and Babylon.
We use tho word ur in the same way in Swedish. Ursprung is the actual Swedish word for origin also.
Ur means place ( town)in South Indian language Tamil.
Possible got the origin from ancient ur.
@@atheeba2747 or the other way around..
I'm always amazed how you just get stuff done without knowing the language (gas up, checkpoints, greeting people etc). Perfect hotel room for Noraly, Queen Of The Road.😄 🥰❤
It's amazing, she just smiles and everything is fine...😀
27:54 He asks you to come to his house to rest and to provide you with food. This is a kind of hospitality for us, where we ask the visitor to come to our house and eat ❤
Thank you for translating
@@maureenviola You're welcome
Great people of IRAQ, hospitality in nature.
Wrong interpretation of the situation. He did say come to my house multiple times right when he saw her but it's very culturally inappropriate for two grown men to ask a women they just saw on the street to come to his house. He obviously had other intentions then switched up probably when he noticed the camera then said welcome to Iraq. As an Iraqi women watching this it made me so uncomfortable, glad she didn't understand it in the moment....
@@shatha4717I don't think your interpretation is correct. The man asked her to host him in his house, and his house contains his family and wife. Why did you interpret the matter with bad intentions? The people of Nasiriyah are known for welcoming and honoring guests.
في العراق في كل مدينه تجد عشرات المواقع الاثريه وللأسف اغلبها لم تنقب ما زالت تحت الأرض ! بسبب الحكومات الفاسده الذي لا يهمها امر البلد .شكرا نورالي لانك اضهرتي للعالم ان العراق بلد غني بالتاريخ ❤ واتمنى لك رحله امنه
Your videos of Iraq are a real eye-opener, every video is an absolute pleasure to watch and to learn from. What can I say except God bless Iraq and God bless you too Norali for doing such a lovely work.
Very nice of you assisting that girl in need ❤
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@@gastonpruneaud8830 With my years in D.C. , I never gave money but would offer ,around lunch time, to take them to my favorite sub shop which, back then it was Eddie Leonard's, and buy then a meal..Had some very interesting conversations over lunch..:-) Real people and some with great stories. Bit for the grace of God???
Noraly, I don't miss one minute of your adventure travels. You are the best. From Minnesota, USA.
The guys at 27:45 wanted to invite Noraly to their home as a welcome gesture to Iraq. Truly Amazing how Noraly has picked all the right places to allow the rest of the world a view to all of these important Iraqi cites that have been for decades obstructed due to war and unrest!
Thank you Noraly, once again, for sharing these acient treasures from Iraq. It is breathtaking contemplating these extraordinary sites where so many things happened along History of the Humankind. Iraq is really a very rich archeological site. Thank you for so fascinating information, as well. Thank you to all Iraqis who are treating Noraly with respect, kindness, and generosity everywhere. A pleasure to meet all of them. The world is loving the beauty of the places and the hospitality of Iraqis. Bless your hearts and lives. Noraly, stay safe and accept our deepest gratitude.
مرحبًا، تحياتي من إندونيسيا ابق بحذر واعتني بصحتك، شكرًا لك على نشر الجانب الآخر من العراق للعالم.
Hello from Turkey. You are a world ambassador! We love you!
Allein dieser kurze Augenblick, als dich das Mädchen anspricht, war es wert das Video anzusehen. Solche Begebenheiten und deine kindliche Freude sind es, welche deine Videos einzigartig für mich machen. Hoffentlich kannst du dir diese Eigenschaft bis ins hohe Alter bewahren. Zu wünschen ist es dir. ❤lichen Dank für die Exkursion im Zweistromland. Dein Bekanntheitsgrad dürfte, abgesehen von deiner Heimat, außerhalb Europas mittlerweile größer als darin sein. Ich freue mich schon auf Mittwoch. Ciao! 🤗
I so appreciate that you take us along to sites of extreme antiquity like you do. I feel spoiled because I have seen every episode of all the seasons. I celebrate all of your accomplishments, from education, family and the background that inspires you to be our teacher on the world and, for the most part, the beauty of humanity everywhere. Icing on the cake - you show the natural beauty of our wonderful planet. Thank you for sharing!
All these lucky people getting a selfie with Noraly. I am so envious!
Hi Noraly, thanks for being our tour guide through Iran 🇵🇾 and for showing us what we would not otherwise be able to see and the history of the places you go, the people are so friendly and helpful, keep safe out there and God Bless you. Stay as humble as you are, you are a great ambassador for your country and all of us. Greetings from Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦
Sunday Coffee and Itchy Boots. Excellent start to the morning!
@ 3:10 Noraly asks man kneeling on side of the road next to his scooter in traffic if he is OK? She has been in the same situation and has been offered help also! Heart Warming!
Nice ride today , cool camel 🐪 crossing and some very interesting history. Living in the US not much is older than 260 years old other then our Native Americans historical sights that may be 700,or 800 years old . so when I see a city that is 2,100 years BC it hard for me to comprehend. Everyone seems so helpful , nothing better than friendly people helping each other along the way. Thanks for taking us with you on this journey.
Hey Noraly, your kindness and humanity show through in every video. This video, profiling Ur is a fascinating story and is another example of your ability to inform and educate your subscribers. Iraq is proving to be an amazing country with wonderful people always willing to help and guide you. Thanks for sharing the adventure. Cheers and stay safe. Dan. ✌️🏍🇨🇦
All the best Noraly, watching from Namibia 🇳🇦🇳🇦
Negotiating the city traffic takes nerves of steel and the patience of a saint.
Not to mention while narrating.
Totally agree. She is not only a good rider but, she has an adventurous spirit. To be young again and full of confidence.
I wish your videos would last forever, i have adhd and your videos are the only ones that i can watch and not get distracted by anything else ❤
Speed it up, of you get distracted
نورالي اهلا وسهلا بك في العراق شكرا لاصطحابك لي بهذه الجولات الممتعة من أفريقيا الى اسيا اتمنى لك رحلة امنة وسعيدة 🎉❤
حبيبي، شو قصة محطة البنزين؟ ما فهمت كل الحوار حول عدم إمكانية ان تحصل على بنزين بنفسها دون الحاجة إلى الجركن، وبالذات واني شاهدت بعض السيارات واصحابها يعبئون سياراتهم بالبنزين بأنفسهم دون كل هذه التعقيدات.
تحياتي
طارق نصر
امريكا
@@OmarIbnSayyid vero , i se hai/avete notato la tanica era sia nascosta in principio, e poi la di nuovo nascosta dentro il cespuglio alla fine ......... Bho? Noraly accenna qualcosa tipo una specie di incidente, un esplosione con moto coinvolte o che l'hanno causata, non si capisce benissimo dalla tradizione ✌🏻
@ Ho sentito parlare di due atti criminali commessi da due motociclisti separati, che trasportavano esplosivi sulle loro moto e li hanno fatti esplodere presso le pompe di benzina. Tuttavia, ho la sensazione che ci sia di più in questa storia, e il modo in cui nascondevano le taniche rosse di benzina è molto sospetto. Ho chiesto a degli iracheni di quella parte del paese di chiarirmi questo punto. Aggiornerò questa discussione appena riceverò una spiegazione logica. La storia dei motociclisti criminali non mi basta.
الدراجات النارية ممنوع تعبئة بنزين من المحطات بسبب الحوادث 🏍@@OmarIbnSayyid
Dear Noraly, you already qualify for a whole swag of awards for the work you do to inform and entertain the world, but one distinction is especially laudable, and that is your boundless patience and goodwill in the face of endless hold-ups and demands by armies of 'officials'. You are an inspiration to us all.
Wow, that ziggurat is impressive!
Best wished from Spain. Safe journey!
Ooh la la 'Noor Ali' how your improving Arabic is serving you so well 😀 Thanks for taking us to these Ziggurats, especially Ur. Amazing! Thank you Iraqi 🇮🇶 people and officials for your kindness. Blessings from North Borneo ❤
respectfulness and smile are so universal. works everywhere in the world. this is a true show for that
Enjoying the episode all the way from SOUTH AFRICA❤
Merhaba Noraly harikasın , ben Türkiye'den Orhan bütün videolarını izliyor ve takip ediyorum. Bir çoğunu izledim, daha eskileri de izleyeceğim. Ziguratlar hakkında bilgi vermen bilmeyenler için uygun olmuş. Ben kitaplardan biliyorum ama gerçek görüntülerini görmemiştim emeğin için çok teşekkürler. Yeni maceralara yola devam bay.
What makes this vlog different is the respect and genuine interest in other cultures and religions, the historical information, the humanity, and the humour !
"Jobs fill your pocket, but adventures fill your soul." Thank you for filling our souls Noraly by taking us on this awesome adventure. Team Noraly all the way❤❤❤
Right? 😀
You look great, your finely getting your color and health back. Africa was so hard and really beat you down. Then the injury and recovery on top of that.. You are the best Ambassador for Holland. Every where you go everyone loves you.
How far showing a little respect goes Noraly.
Wonderful to watch.
If only our politicians watched your ambassadorial skills the world would be a better place.
Fat chance as, unfortunately, Morons Are Governing Appallingly (MAGA) these days.
Wow, you are truly an amazing woman. I enjoy seeing the kindness that you received from all of those you bump into during your travels. I also love your giggles when you're not sure of what's happening lol. These videos that you do, shows us that there's no real boundaries when you travel. You're a true legend Noraly and wish you safe and trouble free passage no matter where you are. Much love from Canada
Such a world ambassador. Showing us what the real world and people are like! Not what media wants you to think.
Love the interaction with the gas station guy. Super helpful dude!
He just wanted to hold her hand!😂😂
Still following you up from Nigeria. Good to see the Ziggurat and the relics from thousands of years, thanks to your amazing journeys
Watching Noraly helps me get through the winter until I can get on my own bike (I keep watching her all year).
What an interesting video, Noraly! The ancient ruins are amazing! The people of Iraq are so friendly, and it was very thoughtful of you to help that girl. Thank you for taking us along on your exciting travels! Love from Pennsylvania 💕🌷🐻
Amazing - seeing those ziggurats and the writing in the bricks made my heart race and brought tears to my eyes! Thank you for taking me there!
You did not stop for 1 second before deciding to help that young girl... I had to watch the rest glazed over.. such a kind hearted person.
@gal... to show people like you the hardship and poverty in parts of the world you'll never see.
Instantly recognized the sincere need and met it. A great person.
يا هلا وغلا ومليون مرحبا بكم في بلدكم الثاني تحيه لك من البصرة
حبيبي، شو قصة محطة البنزين؟ ما فهمت كل الحوار حول عدم إمكانية ان تحصل على بنزين بنفسها دون الحاجة إلى الجركن، وبالذات واني شاهدت بعض السيارات واصحابها يعبئون سياراتهم بالبنزين بأنفسهم دون كل هذه التعقيدات.
تحياتي
طارق نصر
امريكا
بلعراق يعطون البانزين للدراجات ب خزان (دبه) خارج المحطه @@OmarIbnSayyid
@ أنا فهمت هذه المعلومة من عامل محطة البنزين. لكن يبقى السؤال، لماذا؟ سافرت إلى بلاد عديدة، عربية وأوروبية، وأعيش في امريكا منذ ٣٠ سنة. لم ارى مثل هذه من قبل. فقط أريد شرحا عقلانيا لو سمحت
@@OmarIbnSayyidسبب الحذر من حوادث الاحتراق حدثت حالات احتراق كثيرة دراجات اثناء تعبئة البنزين الى درجات النارية
@@OmarIbnSayyid
يا حبيبي بسبب حوادث الحريق في الدرجات عند التعبئة من المحطة مباشراً .. لا يسمح لهم وهنا تعليمات عدم الموافقة لهم لان محرك الدراجة مكشوف ويأتي منه حرارة عالية وعندما يسكب البنزين يحدث حريق .. وبسبب كم شخص من سائقين الدراجات مهملين حرقت الكثير من محطات الوقود
Noraly, thanks for showing us Uruk and Ur, some of the oldest cities in the world. Mesopotamia is truly one of the “cradles” of modern civilization. Also…a big shout out to the Iraqi 🇮🇶 people who continue to show how kind they are to a foreign traveler. As-salamu alaykum.
It must be wonderful to set foot in the land of Uruk, capital of sumeria, one of the 3 cradles of civilization and the place where the first recorded form of writing was developed.
Thanks for sharing Norali, following with enthusiasm.
stay safe
I like that Noraly has picked up a few words of Arabic/Iraqi, and gets such mileage chatting with people. A simple human touch goes a long way.
Salam ,Dzień dobry .Dziękuję Ci za podróż w czasie ,wspomnienia z ponad 55 lat . To tylko wspomnienia ,byliśmy taką arabaną ,autobusem . Tyle wspomnień ,i czuję ten zapach pustyni ,czajchany,i tych placków chubys. Dziękuję .Tadeusz Zając.Poland.
The way Noraly is able to communicate without understanding the language needs to be studied...truly, we are beyond language differences, tribes and religion. Thanks as always Noraly!!!!!❤❤❤
National Geographic: ‘we make the best travel documentaries’
Noraly: ‘hold my chai’
Ha ha!
Nat Geo was so 90’s. Aside for the “Dog Whisperer”, haven’t watched anything “geographic” from them for a very long time.
Nice one. They need to step up their game.
I'm absolutely amazed by the amount of goodwill flowing toward Noraly. This episode was also noteworthy by visiting Uruk, one of the leading Sumerian city, the other one being the city of Ur. These two cities were in intense competition with each other. Modern history regards Sumer the most ancient recognizable civilization predating everything else. What else we know about Sumer? We know about Gilgamesh and his friendship with Enkidu.
Greetings from Kenya 🇰🇪
Hi Noraly from a cold dark UK. Been a fan since season 1 and not missed a episode. You are an inspiration, from a 40 year long motorcyclist.
THANK YOU, again, Noraly, for taking me to these ziggurats of historical importance, that are being preserved and protected, for generations to appreciate and learn about. You are a treasure to humanity as you ease through the different cultures, with respect and acceptance, despite the language barriers. Your natural laughter is contagious and puts people at ease. God bless you, Noraly.
Noraly knows that you get back what you give...she is kind and so, most of the time, it brings kindness out in others!!!🥰
Thank you Noraly for showing unique places and telling their stories. Watching your videos is learning and expanding our knowledge. Take care and have a good trip.
We have been watching all your travels from N California, US! I got our neighbors to watch too. She is from Belgium. We all marvel at how a smile from your heart opens so many doors in each country you visit! Thank you !
She's from The Netherlands, aka Holland! Keep watching.
@@GM-cq6ez. Reading comprehension , she meant her eighbors are from Belgium .
If I was a high school teacher I'd be showing these videos to my students!
Absolutamente impactado por tu visita a Uruk, la primera ciudad de la historia , origen de la escritura y la planificación urbana!! Gracias por este inmenso regalo Noraly!!!❤🤗 Saludos desde Argentina!🙋🏻♂️🇦🇷
Kindness breeds kindness. You are an ambassador to all that meet you. Safe travels!
Thank you for showing Uruk and all.the old from the past, long long time ago. All the best for Franki😂😂🎉😢 and Norly❤🎉 30:46
Noraly you've shown us parts of the world I've never thought I would get a chance to see, you're an absolute legend ❤ glad to be witness this amazing human being!
You're awesome! Humility and humor, you've got the whole package!
Bonsoir Noraly, 16h dimanche (ou mercredi) c'est le moment tant attendu d'un nouvel épisode (avec un verre de jus de pomme et un morceau de gâteau). Grâce à vous j'ai appris ce qu'est un Ziggurat et je me suis empressé de satisfaire ma curiosité en faisant une recherche sur Wikipedia. Les autres jours de la semaine je regarde à nouveau les épisodes précédents, j'en suis à la saison une, quelle nostalgie!
Good evening Noraly, 4 p.m. Sunday (or Wednesday) is the long-awaited moment for a new episode (with a glass of apple juice and a piece of cake). Thanks to you I learned what a Ziggurat is and I hastened to satisfy my curiosity by doing a search on Wikipedia. The other days of the week I watch the previous episodes again, I'm in season one, what nostalgia!
Noraly, I cannot thank you enough for sharing your lens to the world. Bless you in your travels.
Thank You Noraly for taking us along on this amazing journey
A lovely room at the end of an interesting tiring day. Well deserved. A look at the ancient sights was a treat to see. Thanks for showing us parts of ancient Irac that otherwise would be unknown to us.
So relieved to know not all was destroyed during GW Bush's awful war!
@@GM-cq6ez
Yes all wars are awful destroying innocent lives and what is called collateral damage. Just look at Gazza and all the suffering of the Palestinian people.
So good to see that we can now visit Iraq and experience the wonders of the country as shown by Noraly.
Noraly is the best representative of goodwill and kindness to everyone. Her smile and personality say it all. We love her
Noraly, I cannot help but believe with all my heart that you will always be treated with kindness because you never fail to be kind to those you encounter. We never know what others are experiencing.. @ 28:54 that child looked so lost in spirit. Thank you Noraly. My prayers follow you.🙏✨️
Being from America: watching Noraly endure all the check points makes me happy to live in a free country. I traveled from Florida to Oregon, not one check point.
Crazy so many check points, I think they just like to stop you and have a conversation, because you are such a loveable person. God bless and protect you 🙏❤️
Watching from Kenya African.. top follower of noraly
Am here too bro....🇰🇪
Am here also brothers
Wow, just incredible! Your wit made me laugh until I cried.
Greetings everyone from Denmark. Ride safe Noraly.
I'm so impressed with how nice everyone is to her
Noraly, thank you for showing us the Ziggurat of Ur. I’ve seen it in photos and was hoping you’d take us there. Wonderful that you gave money to that young person on the road. Petrol station guys were so nice to you.
Ur is the city of Abraham . Abraham was in Ur when he was called to be the father of all nations. Ur was a vibrant city at that time so imagine been told to leave. What a wow!
Hi Noraly
It is just awesome how the language barrier can be overcome by smiles and friendliness and a few words! You've got a good heart and made that little girls day! I really enjoy your videos. Safe TRAVELS!
How could I ever tour the cradle of civilization. Thankyou Noraly.
I am really grateful to you Noraly , You took us in places where we never been. What's more is that that you inspired me and clear out obstacles to start my journey . Thank You
Every detail of this video was fascinating and all the comments move me emotionally. What a community!
first written words were recorded around 3,500 BC in Sumer, Mesopotamia, with the development of a writing system called cuneiform, which was inscribed on clay tablets using a reed stylus to create wedge-shaped marks; the earliest known example is often cited as the "Kish tablet" from the Sumerian city of Kish.