The Syria The Media Won't Show You 🇸🇾

[@josephkazarian]

As a Syrian that has been outside Syria for almost 7 years now, this video was an emotional Rollercoaster. My grandfather owns a bookshop in old Damascus since the 1940s, the one that you were standing in front of it as Simon met his fan 10:55 , you can even see my name on it since me and my grandfather have the same name 😁.. and for a moment I remembered when I was a kid, the amount of tourists that came every day to get guides and maps. It's very sad that no tourist would consider Syria for a vacation anymore. Great video Benjamin, thanks a lot for showing the real beauty of this country. It was very heartwarming and for 50 minutes it felt like being back home.

[@AliSweedan]

Change is coming Love form plastine

[@IanMcc1000]

Libraries are a wonderful thing. I wonder what happened to the the one in KTZ which he visited a year or so ago.

[@xtronerx]

I think you living in Turkey right?

[@josephkazarian]

@@xtronerx no I moved to Germany

[@col.cottonhill6655]

@@josephkazarian many of my friends in our Armenian community in California are from Syria. Hope you're doing good

[@abodghafir3582]

This is so surreal. I never thought it would be possible to see you vlogging on the streets I pass through on the daily. I hope you had a great time in Syria and enjoyed learning more about our country, it would've been unreal had I stumbled across you by chance, but I'm glad I stumbled across your wonderful content a couple years ago nonetheless. -probably your biggest fan in Syria!

[@user5661]

That’s awesome

[@Fuzti13]

What did the driver at 30:40 say?

[@abodghafir3582]

@@Fuzti13 He said he wanted one more 5000 pound bill Edit: well he just asked for one more but he was referring to the bill

[@Fuzti13]

@@abodghafir3582 well rip. Did bald pay enough? :D

[@MitchHirami]

I hope your well mate! Can you explain to me why you there are military people at the foot ball stadium? One even kicked the ball back in. I really wonder why you see so many people ín unifroms there. I live in germany, so its quiet unusual for me.

[@mntsam1930]

Bald usually disappears for a while at the end of a trip to somewhere dangerous, everyone thinks he’s dead, and he just pops up at the most random of places. It’s a great cycle.

[@mundesley2348]

Very true

[@blainem2258]

Given the state of the russo-sphere right now , Syria was somehow likely a safer destination right now for a bald English man

[@jchrizzy6995]

Never doubted him

[@shawnsun4701]

that is so true since the last time he was in icu for covid,i was wondering what had put him in danger this time wrong.

[@choosyduchess25]

true fans are already used to it by now. I'm still scared for him but at least I don't worry about his safety so much

[@serenitynow1364]

I hope Syria goes back as it was, love from Tunisia.

[@johnnorth5799]

bachar is a dictator like ben ali , he is the responsible of all this damage and war !!

[@ozmobozo]

Not if these 8 million keep their vacation on Turkish Republic

[@allftw2677]

@@ozmobozo oof , I mean at least Turkey gets some cheap labour.

[@expandedhistory]

This man is literally doing what governments can’t. And that’s bridging cultures together and breaking stereotypes. It’s important for channels like ourselves to bring awareness and bridge these gaps. Amazing work as always.

[@radry100]

well he just didn't show the stereotypes... they exist, but they are not in syria but in europe, lol

[@keksi6844]

He is doing government propaganda.

[@accidentalgenius8252]

How are governments supposed to bridge cultures, thats for the people to do. And I’m happy bald is doing it.

[@phpn99]

You're so naive. Spending 2 days in Syria, showing you the good bits. This is so unfair to the thousands of innocents who died because of ideology, greed or creed. Bald is a moron, and in some ways he does the bidding of political interests he dares not mention.

[@rogink]

Sadly it's what many govts don't want to do - even pushing people further apart.

[@philj8205]

Man this video nearly brought me to tears. You can see their eyes light up when they realize a tourist is enjoying their country again. These people have such good hearts.

[@amandar7719]

It was because they knew Bald wasn’t from the BBC or Channel 4. Most Syrians are friendly human beings and definitely intelligent/kind enough to understand that most Brits were fooled by Cameron/Boris Johnson and Whitehall propaganda fakenews. I suspect the millions of Brits who fell for the UK Rally4Aleppo marches are now hanging their heads in shame.

[@OutragedPufferfish]

I don't think people in any country have better hearts than others.

[@nineteen8486]

Plank

[@NA-bi4ej]

Yeah, seeing tourists in the country is emblematic of some return to normalcy after what the people there have been through.

[@mrlevant947]

As a Syrian, unlike other countries we really loved our tourists, we made sure we leave a positive image, seeing tourists in Syria right now brings back the post-war feelings we thought we had forgotten

[@mohamedalmallah7764]

The lady at the Baron hotel is Robina, she used to be my teacher at school. She is an amazing woman. She took good care of the hotel. I believe she owns a part of the hotel 🙏. Its really good to see her in your video. Last time I saw her was in 2010!

[@dMi_mi]

that's soo cool. 😌💖 world is soo big yet soo small.

[@iPeeOnBabies]

so glad you got to see her, I bet the shock and excitement felt good :)

[@Mertcnalk]

Just wondering, where are you living now

[@Considerers]

@@Mertcnalk Was that a question

[@Considerers]

@Lothar Lustig are these quotes in the original language, or translated by an independed translator?

[@luxoriusbg]

My mother and father were medics in the Bulgarian Embassy in Syria in the 70''s and early 80's. Both of them keep amazing memories of Damascus and the kind people there. They keep hundreds of photos and I can also say that the whole place was safe, clean, welcoming and beautiful by looking the photos. Watching the news when the war started and watching the destruction literally was like an arrow in the heart for both my parents.

[@fads2530]

God bless you.. you described your and your parents experience beautifully

[@abdulghanisoucar5809]

I'm one of Bald & Bankrupt's biggest fans and I'm Syrian. I always wait for his videos and this time I was made with one of the best surprises. Thank you for visiting my country ❤️🇸🇾

[@DoraEmon-xf8br]

Your country looks very beautiful and the people warmhearted. It’s a shame we don’t see these kind of thingson TV…

[@tuvias]

Would love to visit as well and see it myself

[@Tony-bd8eb]

I dont think you know how much joy you brought to mainly syrians by uploading this. My dad hasnt been there for years and got tears watching this

[@gol4695]

✌️😍

[@QED_]

props

[@eikeksimimea1071]

Time for him to go back then

[@christianmanriquez7022]

This amazing. I'm happy for your father. See is this type of videos we need to see it all. I really would like to make a plan to travel to your country within 2-3 years once I get settled, 🇸🇾 looks beautiful.

[@frcluc]

Perfect timing. You can now go live in your fatherland.

[@aliofarabia974]

Benjamin my hats off to you mate for making this trip and raising awareness about Syria and other places around the world. Much respect to you and I’ll keep supporting you through watching them ads in full. Thank you mate.

[@d.i.sgusted3820]

Couldn’t have put it better.

[@Isimud]

This trip is highly questionable. He got only to see what the regime wanted to show him. Millions of Syrians cant got back because they would be prosecuted and end up in jail. Bald should never white wash a cruel dictatorship!

[@JOHN-ZOV]

If he Bald would of went to the parts that the government (Bashar Assad) Do Not control they would have kidnapped and cut his head off.

[@alecapin]

@@Isimud Did the Syrian government force experimental jabs, muzzling, and lockdowns onto its citizens during the plandemic years?

[@MasterMalrubius]

@@Isimud Interesting. Tell us more about people you don’t know in a trip you didn’t attend.

[@Mimi-xd4td]

I was born in Syria Damascus this warms my heart so much it made me cry watching you walk through roads i grew up in and to see my people still be the same friendliest loveliest kind hearted people makes me so happy 🥺🥺I can’t wait to go back to my home 😭😭💔

[@mrsilverskyline]

Hey bald a 100% pure blood syrian here (born in a village in the countryside of Homs and i was raised in Allepo). It really warms my heart to see you visit Syria and really show what the country is all about. It isnt all war and destruction it really is a very social and kind country, I really hope you explore more of syria it really is a wonderful place, sure there is a fair bit of destruction and broken buildings and remnants of the war but the people have stood chin up and strong and always kept their smile and hospitality. Love from all the people of Syria!!! !!!تحيا سوريا

[@col.cottonhill6655]

Sorry about Obama and Hillary Clinton destroying your country and supporting sick terrorists

[@mohamedalhaneef1260]

لن تحيى

[@harryraam9566]

long live Bashar!

[@mohamedalhaneef1260]

@@harryraam9566 يل.عن دينك على دينه

[@louisfesselet3963]

do you know riad satouf ?

[@skeptale]

This channel is doing really important work. Documenting the warmth and humanity in parts of the world that so many of us only see through the distorted and sensationalist lens of the media. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@keithsweet8840]

CIA , Affiliated...

[@BeyondWrittenWords]

Like russia, what a warm and kind country, some genoside and nuclear war, but still...

[@Bluuplanet]

Yes. Imagine if we'd had this kind of travelogs before the "Great flood" of Noah's time. (Unfortunately, it wouldn't have mattered, but the warning for future sinners would have been more well articulated)

[@Jordan-mk9kz]

@@keithsweet8840 what

[@alexmascitti7168]

It's amazing to me that Bald wants to quit this.. He has no idea how talented he is and how important of a mission he is undertaking.

[@amir222]

It is one of the most descent episodes I have ever watched from”bald and bankrupt” it’s amazing how the people in Syria are happy and hospitable despite what they gone through for 11 years , greetings from Haifa.

[@TheMCzorro]

They're still alive, what's not to be happy about?

[@magistic345]

@@TheMCzorro they all have dead friends and family how would you still be happy

[@TheMCzorro]

@@magistic345 Friends and family would probably want them to live if anything. I know I would if me and my family/friends had our lives in danger

[@kip741]

Not tryna start anything but you’re literally from haifa. Bit hypocritical. Then again I may be wrong

[@GOOZY112]

Hup Holland hup!

[@petrolhead88uk71]

I learn more about foreign countries and cultures from a bald guy with a camera on youtube than I have ever done from countless hours of "news" or years of schooling. If ever I needed more of a reason to stop watching regular TV - well this is it. Amazing content as always B&B.

[@tuforu4]

Try visit SOMALIA..

[@St3behilfe]

As an aramean from germany who‘s dad comes from syria this brought tears to my eyes. Respect for showing Syrias real face and respect to my syrian brothers hospitality! ❤️🇸🇾

[@lifeisastruggle5517]

Tihe Suryoye/Oromoye

[@FightPropaganda]

@@XXultraslanXX1905 he rather pimping ur sis

[@dontdomelikethst]

@@XXultraslanXX1905utan lan. was eine unnötige aussage & das kommt von jemand der selber wissen sollte wie es ist von seinen wurzeln getrennt zu sein

[@malikamalik5703]

@@XXultraslanXX1905 wat a knt

[@deenhag1]

you can go back country

[@doctorrobert60]

Thanks for being the real "Travel Channel". Always showing the real people in your travels.

[@2m7b5]

Sometimes I feel like guys like Bald fills the void that Anthony Bourdain left.

[@doctorrobert60]

@@2m7b5 Perfect Arthur!

[@DStealth7]

​@@2m7b5 I think you're onto something. You're not wrong by any means; however, Bourdain's theme pertained to areas of culture, history and "especially around food." That latter being is main centerpiece in his show. Bourdain definitely left a void that needs filling for the wanderlust of the world. "Bald's" theme is different, which is good too.

[@gingerleegirl6697]

Yes! Have you seen the Ukraine videos of him pointing out all the crooked politicians on the posters.

[@avantelvsitania3359]

No, this can't be possible. Everyone was joking when we said we would end up seeing you in Syria. And the madman actually did it. Forget Bolivia, Mauritania, or the ex-Soviet space. This will be the ultimate adventure

[@wolfgangwust5883]

Expect the master to roam Somalia next.

[@nuzzi6620]

Syria in 2022 is quite safe in the 90% of the country where Assad has held or reasserted government rule. The Western sanctions are what are still making life for regular people very difficult, in addition to the Western-backed jihadists and rebels still active in certain parts of the country. That’s why the mainstream media isn’t showing us this reality on the ground-it goes against the narrative the West has been striving to create in this wonderful country. Oh, and what nation has actually come to the help of Syria, upholding its democratically-elected government, supporting its struggling economy, defending its indigenous Christian minorities against ISIS and other radical Islamic extremists backed by the West? Surprise, surprise-it’s Russia. No wonder the West doesn’t care for the truth when it comes to Syria (or at least does it’s best to make sure _you_ don’t know the truth).

[@Itsabdirisak]

@@wolfgangwust5883 😂 i hope soo

[@brodyroper8288]

Soviet is very interest

[@Avarua59]

@@wolfgangwust5883 Xinjiang or North Korea would also be a twist.

[@kristinakay9558]

Syrian people are the most kind people after all they have seen… Christian’s and Muslims live in peace in Damascus. If the world truly wants to “coexist” they need to find out how they do it out there. Much love for my Syrian brothers and sisters from Armenia praying for peace for this whole world

[@johnjordansailing]

It's a crying shame what has been done to this ancient country and culture. It's obvious there is much beauty in both place and people, despite the ravages of the war. The millions displaced is a tragedy of epic proportions. Best wishes to the Syrians as they work to rebuild, and to heal.

[@VICSWEB1]

its mission accomplished hillary joe don bojo and barrack are very proud at what they have done.

[@maroosagaming]

usa is the true terrorist

[@danhotea6302]

@@VICSWEB1 oh common we are just trying to bring democracy that's all can t you see ahh that's the famous American line so sad many times older then most of the country around the world and here we go to destroy everything because we can how ignorant is that

[@nordensueden]

​@@VICSWEB1 We live in a time of intellectual darkness. People seriously, Syria was destroyed by the US. It's like the victims died a second time.

[@hummelman]

@@nordensueden Syria was destroyed because some boys were sent home dead to their parents for spray painting some walls. Thats what set it off. Get educated.

[@biking-viking-claus-andersen]

I visited Syria 24 times before the war, as I took a few tour groups from Denmark to Damascus. I also solo cycled through Syria once. It might sound strange to many people, but Syria is actually the country where I felt the safest during all my travels. And I have been to +80 countries. Hopefully I will be back again soon.

[@JayTsay]

I had many relatives there. Some still there. I been to Syria many times before the war as well. Im sure you will visit again but believe me, it wont be the same.

[@daxatthemax]

I was studying in Damascus just before the war broke out, literally the nicest and most humble people on the planet.

[@MOLHAMSTAR]

Why the hack , most of the Scandinavian people are racist and push off the foreign in their country but when they outside is full of fun , and welcoming , are they afraid of showing the true face or its only because war changed everything . and everyone was nicer before 13 years ?

[@biking-viking-claus-andersen]

@@MOLHAMSTAR The Scandinavians who visit places like Syria are not the same Scandinavians who are racist and hates Syrian refugees. Just like Syrians have many different opinions and ways of life, so do Danes. I have been working as a volunteer myself in Denmark, helping Syrian refugees, for instance. But I totally agree that some Danes are bloody racist. You don't have to worry about them visiting Syria though. They prefer to holiday in places like Spain and Thailand, where they can get drunk cheap and buy prostitutes.

[@0718114]

❤

[@Ahmed-pi6bj]

Went to Syria in 2005, before the war. I was amazed by how lively the city was after midnight; most stores stayed open and everyone was out having fun. There were historical sites everywhere. They also had lots of domestic goods, they had their own soft drinks, snacks, toys, etc

[@andy47456]

From the USA, Arabs are the most lied about people on Earth. I grew up with Palestinians, great people.

[@nvw2978]

Such a shame that western governments seem to screw up absolutely everything and everyone they come into contact with!

[@allaware5014]

What a shame..

[@hater8812]

What war was there? Between who? I am noob

[@anirbanroy9431]

just the affect of western humanity and freedom

[@madnilkdigital]

Syria is stronger than we thought. They strive to live an amazing journey after war. May Syria be in peace.

[@adema1978]

This vlog deserves a flipping award. It is tough to produce a film which such humour and still a serious message. Well it was a good laugh but with respect for the situation and the Syrians. 10/10 from me.

[@henrikbergman5309]

Such nice people. They have suffered so much, and yet so friendly and hospitable. Really heartwarming to watch. Thank you Mr Bald once again for amazing content. :)

[@phpn99]

They suffered so much. And it all came from outside ? Gimme a break. Last I checked they started their own internecine wars and as usual where there is war, arms merchants come and make - literally - a killing. Bald is either a superficial moron or he toes some propaganda line we don't know the bottom of.

[@thatsmethere79]

Truly one of your best vlogs. That woman who talked about the body being like Syrian society spoke amazing English. What an amazing country and people.

[@Mors0mnibus]

Well the hallmark of an amazing country and people is amazing English. Otherwise countries are uneducated and uncivilised. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@swankyangelo8527]

That’s is not the compliment you think you is. Most people don’t learn English by choice.

[@manonfire3642]

@@swankyangelo8527 Who forced the people like this woman to learn English? Strange how the native English-speakers are hated. Has to be a sinister motive.

[@derautomatt]

@@swankyangelo8527 imagine taking so vaguely and confidently about something you have 0 clues about

[@Yanzdorloph]

Syria used to be the most educated country in the middel east then 2011 happened and now they are seen as not even humans in Europe

[@potatolew4495]

The woman giving you the tour at the Allepo Hotel seems such a genuine person trying to tell a beautiful story of how we are all connected and should get along and move on with life. How great would it be if indeed we could do that.

[@Markus-Domanski]

Once again, proof that this is the best channel out there when it comes to fighting prejudice. Well done Mr. Bald.

[@comradekenobi6908]

MF literally went out of a war torn country just to visit another similar one, respect

[@Scrungge]

Yeah this opened my eyes about Damascus and Syria!

[@arturogranados1133]

Awesome video. My best friend in HS was Syrian. He was a Christian and all of his family was over there except his immediate family. He would tell me how great a country it was and how peaceful and friendly everyone was. We stopped talking before the wars started, but I often think of him and his family--especially since he passed away 3 years ago. Thank you for this video and allowing me to see his country.

[@FactStorm]

Damn, I'm so sorry to hear that. Do you mind me asking did he pass from the war?

[@myronbourne6937]

What part of Syria was he from where there are Christians? I'm thinking about traveling there some day

[@nmiller4085]

​@@myronbourne6937 About 10% of the population in Syria is Christian and they are spread across the country. Mostly Orthodox with a sizeable Maronite and Greek Catholic minority.

[@orthodoxchristianchants122]

@@nmiller4085 My uncle said there's about 15% of Christians in Syria Habititi. It was 35% before Zionism.

[@FactStorm]

@@nmiller4085 You got that right, my family is Jordanian/Nazarene Christians and although I am not religious - we consider Syrian Christians our Levantine brethren.

[@j.b.4340]

Just viewed the entire trip. This may be one of the best “shows” you’ve ever done, and that’s saying a lot, because they’re all gradeA. Thank you B.

[@uturkaos]

I was thinking the same, im super impressed with how friendly people are compared to where im from

[@hefic]

I just don't know why he is hanging out with that ignorant Simon.

[@annamarie2754]

Bald is just Wonderful 👏

[@zzirGrizz00l]

Hands down, this guy changed my perspective on life. I was once a believer that you shouldn't visit those places that are defined by the media only as bad, when in reality, they have lots of beautiful things to offer. Thanks to this guy, I have visited Cambodia and Vietnam to name a few, countries that I probably otherwise wouldn't have visited. I love to see it.

[@Oscar-mi7yi]

Are you kidding, that's it? I could watch 100 more episodes. What an absolute treat that was

[@hoiwoi1632]

And thats gods dam truth , totaly agree to this comment!!!

[@waffabakfalouni7582]

As a Syrian who has never visited their homeland because of the conflict that began when I was quite young, this video means alot to me. It was amazing to see the history, the people and the streets my father grew up in ❤

[@MIGHTYxMUKESH]

I feel sorry for you 😢

[@00fgytduydrtu]

Why dont go to it? The war is over :)

[@frcluc]

Perfect timing. You can now go live in your fatherland.

[@waffabakfalouni7582]

Hopefully soon I'll be able to visit!

[@hermantcherdakli2053]

@@waffabakfalouni7582 I hope you can return safely one day

[@Sucharush31]

The fact you were surprised by the shawarma and the fact that arabic goes right to left means this really was your FIRST first time in the middle east. Absolutely insane you went to Syria as one of your first countries. You're a mad man and a legend.

[@rustlemejimmys]

@@spanqueluv9er it means he clearly has no experience with arabic. if he had been to the middle east before he would probably have already known it reads right to left

[@yeid44]

@@spanqueluv9er I think you should be asking yourself this question lol

[@pazmiki77]

@@yeid44 it's funny because it has such a translated demeanor to it

[@BichaelStevens]

I've never been there but I know it's right to left 🤔

[@StayBasedJesus]

@@spanqueluv9er he literally said it is his first time in ME and he knows nothing about ME you yank

[@boriz_]

Oh man a nearly full hour Bald Special. Will definitely sit down and watch this in its entirety later. This makes for a perfect Sunday.

[@IS-uh5yj]

I'm did the same

[@tibib0ss]

I thinks its because he made the Syria Series in one video instead of multiple videos like he usually does

[@rogink]

I hadn't expected such a long Bald video - any other video this long I'd ignore. It was only near the end I realised how long I'd been watching :)

[@bartsobus4950]

I always save Bald for the Sundays 🤣😂

[@respectfullyhonestchatstir8873]

1 video a month lol wtf imagine bieng a patron paying for 1 vid same as harld wont see him now for 3 months

[@jacdavis]

Truly fascinating, the war in Syria is all I've really heard about this country and was expecting a far more depressing video. I hope the Syrians continue to thrive and rebuild their country. Great video Benjamin, thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@KenanTurkiye]

34:52 Welcom That's not a mid-east prob, but rather the deceptive english language, a language you can not read as it is written, almost like the british diplomacy. :p

[@44bett]

Agree!

[@abdulfatahalmousa9465]

Your interpreter is biased to the Syrian regime bulshit. First of all what happened in Syria is a revolution against the dictator and the war criminal Bashar AlAsad and his regime. Second: He said that Edlib is controlled by Alnusra and extremists which is not true. In Edlib 5 million people from different counties in Syria who escaped the Syrian massacre by Bashar AlAaad militias. We are the owners of this land and Bashar will be caught sooner or later as long as we are alive. Have a look at the Syrian regime crimes and you will find countless of victims. Don't forget to visit Edlib, North Aleppo, Turkey, Jordan, Lebanon , Refugees in Europe to listen to the other part of darkness.

[@aalzien722]

LMAO the entire country is in Ruins and u expected something more depressing? What else is missing? Flowing Rivers of blood ?

[@McMeevin]

@@aalzien722 That's slightly hyperbolic, there are parts of the country that have been either untouched by warfare (Latakia, Tartous, parts of Damascus and N.East Syria) OR it has or is in the process of being rebuilt, there are reasons to be optimistic and there are reasons not to have such a bleak outlook.

[@dragonz_breath4072]

I was in Syria for a whole year. I fell in love with the country and especially the people. They made me feel like home. Absolutely loved the food.

[@IndieHorrorWilly]

Syrian people are some of the warmest and humorous people I’ve ever interacted with. Teaching English to Syrian and Iraqi refugees was such a rewarding experience, seeing Syria and its people for itself is just incredible and made me very happy and reminiscent of my time working with these wonderful people. Thank you for this Bald!

[@CybcaGaming]

Its really happy to hear your words, since everyone's saying Syrians & Arabs refugees are dangerous and causing problems in their new country. May I ask where you from?

[@IndieHorrorWilly]

@@CybcaGaming Canada! I have seen no instances of problems within my country that can be blamed on Arabic speaking refugees, my experiences have been nothing but positive!❤️

[@wh0racle3]

@@CybcaGaming because there has been tons of violence commited in Europe by these people. Look at the state of malmo sweden.

[@Ckomon]

@@IndieHorrorWilly I totally agree. In my city in Ontario, Syrian refugees are working hard to build their futures and contributing to the community, they are family-oriented, law-abiding and very friendly. We are lucky to have received them and they will make outstanding Canadians.

[@IndieHorrorWilly]

@@Ckomon couldn’t agree more my fellow Ontarian🌟❤️

[@howtosurviveelectronichara6474]

Thank you for going to Syria and Lebanon. I hope this opens up a whole new chapter for your travels and I hope you don’t stop doing KZbin. You’re too good at it dude. We need you. The world needs you to travel places and show us reality because the news refuses to. Explore all of the Middle East! Check out the megaliths!

[@chaz2705]

@@mpforeverunlimited the fact the taxi driver was teaching him basic Arabic probably means he's not fluent in Arabic 😂

[@larashlomi8582]

@@mpforeverunlimited Don´t worry middle eastern they speak english

[@Baldcafe]

Blessed with a 50+ minute video

[@zuninah7545]

10:35 typical manner of Mr.Bold. 😻

[@MEMO2011O]

As someone who speaks both English and arabic it was hilarious when the arabic guy was asking him in arabic “mn wheen” which means where are you from and my guy thought his name was manuell 😂😂😂😂😂

[@olivergilpin]

haha great

[@louisjeon97]

I used to watch his videos mainly for his journey across Eastern Europe and Russia. But now I've fallen in love with Syria after watching this. What a beautiful country Syria is, and I hope there will be peace soon. Keep doing what you're doing, Bald. Much love from South Korea xxx

[@Jnigo]

Koreaboo

[@yoconskii_lol]

@@Jnigo damn what did Korea do to you

[@samdrow8268]

@@Jnigo so you call the actual Korean a "koreaboo"? That doesn't make any sense.

[@pjp7316]

@@Jnigo weeaboo

[@RoamingSouthernNorway]

I love how he just shows us that people are people and kind everywhere! It's so fantastic to see all the differences and similarities we all share.

[@yungmentalproblems]

yh its only when they live in your own country that problems{differences in culture} arise

[@RoamingSouthernNorway]

@@yungmentalproblems sadly in most cases that's how it is!

[@amlxr99912]

We all humans at the end of the day that share a lot in common and many interests.

[@RoamingSouthernNorway]

@@amlxr99912 No doubt about that at all! It's just hard for many to understand that unfortunately

[@kdoeone]

The only real difference is the way each government works. People tend to be neutral. And quite friendly

[@geedus71]

Surely one of the top 5 B&B videos of all time. A dazzling mix of comedy & tragedy, vintage Bald & serious Bald, bizarre meetings & linguistic confusion. Brilliant.

[@BILLY.EMERY.]

what would you say are the top 5???

[@geedus71]

@@BILLY.EMERY. That's a toughie, there have been so many classics. Each to their own, but for me Mauritania was jaw-dropping, some of the India vlogs were superb, the Bolivian adventures were an eye-opener and where to start on the Soviet travels? Possibly traversing radioactive forests? Or the mountains of Daghestan? Let's just say I've learned a lot from this channel.

[@Vadim_Sulimov]

I'm just pleased to see that there is life and civilization in Syria. The traditional media remember Syria only in the context of the war, and I am happy to see that there is a lot in the country besides the war. Hello to all Syrians from Russia!

[@whitehorses460]

ok

[@msascha1973]

Been there in 2005, and last time two weeks before the war was about to start. Although, best hospitality, very nice site seeing. Love those people, and so sad that they past through this agony. All best to Syrians from one bold and bankrupt Serbian.

[@noonelikeme81]

Good job братее

[@TheKaiser12345]

2005? That must have been the Israeli strike on Beirut. The war in Syria started in 2011 after the Arab spring took off

[@msascha1973]

@@TheKaiser12345 you did not get me...First time I was in 2005 and second time, two weeks before the last was

[@BosnianJesus]

Sve najbolje brat

[@asimsefo4353]

bravo majstore

[@SanDiegoKid]

It is amazing to be able to hear Aramaic from people who speak it everyday. I've lived most of my life believing it was a dead and lost language. Thanks Bald and thank you to those kind townsfolk

[@adzabz29]

Assyrians mainly from Iraq speak a very very similar language

[@hamoodlateef6425]

@@adzabz29 we do I understood it pretty well

[@tz9334]

@@adzabz29 they speak a distinct dialect of Aramaic

[@houssamsemmar8196]

I was born and raised in Damascus, both of my parents being Algerian, we moved back to Algeria in 2012 after the situation started getting out of hand. I miss Syria so much. Bald, you have no idea how nostalgic and emotional your visit and interaction with locals made me feel. I wish to go back there one day and be reminded of the beauty that lays within my place of birth and cradle of childhood memories.

[@binkwillans5138]

You will return. Peace.

[@44bett]

Beautifully Said.

[@ColdShotsTNO]

Wow…. When that gentleman started speaking Aramaic.. That was special. Such nice people in Syria. I wish everyone across the world would just get along and not war with each other.. ✌🏻❤️

[@bismarck7758]

This is why I stay subscribed, the interactions, the history, the love and seriousness of the situation. Nobody else has shown me more of the world then Bald. Thank you for allowing me to peer into a world that seems so far away - A US Citizen

[@grahamrichards8531]

I heartily agree, greetings from New Zealand.

[@rojiemalkihajjar9732]

As a Syrian myself, my parents just recently went back to Syria and saw our home destroyed. They stayed in Damascus, but I am originally from hassakeh. I was so jealous of their trip. Thank you for showing me my home country that I haven’t seen since I was 12 years old. Also the gentleman you met from the village are ethnic Aramaic people. I am Syriac person myself and it’s great to see Christian minority representation in the media. I have quite literally never seen that before. Edit: I can’t go back to Syria because I have to serve in the military since i fled past the civil war and I am currently in college in the United States.

[@Piggiesgomoomoo]

@@russianvoodoo don't you mean the peace loving moderate headchoppers?

[@Ahmed-un4up]

@@thotslayer9914 very expensive for the people of Syria because their currency is basically worth nothing now

[@cohendarwin5365]

Should thanks to allah because how great he is made progress for humankind

[@DicerX]

@@russianvoodoo So what of the 2.3 million people incarcerated in the US, or Guantanamo bay or the 4 million deaths caused by the Iraq was or the Syrian civil wars? What kind of stupid questions are these, as if the guy has any say in what his government does. And even then it is either a choice between dictatorship or ISIS.

[@Michaelation08]

@@DicerXahhh classic whataboutism... justifies killing everytime.

[@samikayyali2772]

This is amazing! As many Syrians already mentioned, this brings a lot of joy for Syrian that are living aboard. I left the country in 2011 and it's just heartwarming to see the damascene streets I grew up in. Thank you!

[@domgiblin4280]

Syria looks like such a beautiful country I almost feel embarrassed about what my expectations of Syria being nothing like how it is in this video. I hope one day tourism can help play a part In rebuilding the country so people like myself can adventure and explore this place

[@kingbibihabibi]

Depends. A lot of Syrians living abroad can never return because of the regime, but this western guy can go in freely and whitewash its crimes.

[@DubaiXtreme]

@@domgiblin4280 your example is wonderful. I hope this video changes the perspective of the west on Syria ❤️🇸🇾

[@barsdemircan8454]

Maybe ıts time to return to your homeland dude, the city looks fine to me, war seems to be over

[@Alex_Gordon]

go back to your home country and help rebuilding it.

[@ahmedhassan129]

Syria and Iraq were the shinning stars of the Middle East in the 80s and mid 90s. Sad to see how those countries are turned.

[@jayspot4]

What beautiful people with such friendly smiles! You were missed Bald, I was worried… so happy to see you are well and travelling again. Thank you for showing us the real Syria!!🇸🇾

[@Karim.A.B]

Left syria back in 2012, and words cannot do justice for how you made me feel watching this video. Thank you Bald

[@TheBic4]

Why did you leave?

[@syed2194]

@@TheBic4 A brutal civil war, extremist militants taking over large swathes of the country and the constant fear of death.

[@aabens]

Are you planning of some day returning to Syria?

[@567643tome]

@@TheBic4 most of us Syrians left because we are against the current government, and also against "the rebels" we only wanted freedom and peace but both parties started killing people left and right, it is nothing new to Syria where a "Republic" is ruled by a single family for almost 60 years, i left in 2012 i was 10 at the time, if i go back now i will be arrested because i posted a lot of anti government post on the internet, in Syria you will be arrested just for cussing the government it is really hell living in Syria

[@bilal8929]

@@aabensi left Syria when i was 11 now im 20 for me I can't return If i go back the will take me to army to my fight my own people just because the president doesn't want to leave .

[@HockeyVictory66]

Ben should be the international representative world tourism. His positive spin in every country he visits is awesome. He always finds the coolest people.

[@AerialEscape]

It's foolish and dangerous.. but yea, lets get this idiot into congress, he'd fit right in

[@raph2k01]

As someone who's traveled Africa, it's very impressive to see how rich Syria's urban landscape is. Beautiful country, would love to visit and immerse myself in the locals.

[@kawa1]

he can not afford it, great succes!! YES

[@tuforu4]

RURAL africa is DANGEROUS.

[@ComradeMario]

Massive respect to the Syrian people

[@joeysal007]

@The hero we deserve because keeping up after all the horrific things happened to them

[@ananonymousviewer5978]

عراسي

[@SyrianApostate]

@The hero we deserve Watch the video again and see all the smiles and warmth and hospitality coming from a people who have been devastated for 10 years. As a Syrian myself I can bet you every single one of those people in the video have lost someone dear to them in this war not to mention all their financial security and comforts yet they still strive and find it in them to smile and be welcoming. I would say that deserves respect

[@moosesnWoop]

I'm glad you didn't stop Ben, I really was sad when you said that you'd stop travelling and doing these vlogs a year or two ago. Just happy you're still creating.

[@oksraisk8848]

Syria seems like a nice country with friendly people. It’s also looks tidy and clean, the sky is so blue, no smog

[@ananonymousviewer5978]

that barber is my barber😂😂😂

[@sko1beer]

Every American should go to Syria for a holiday

[@ComradeMario]

@@sko1beer I don't think Syrian people would welcome those who bombed their country though...

[@wisemankugelmemicus1701]

@@ComradeMario They welcome the Russians quite well

[@SapphiR3_]

Remember the country is divided - half want to kill each other. Ofc not their fault - its Assad's fault and Iran.

[@karolinarios8914]

I would love to get to know Syria outside of the books someday, people seem so humble and kind to me. Unfortunately the war ruins everything or almost everything, but I still have hope to see these people happy and at peace. Sending love from Brazil ❤️🇧🇷

[@MK-xs5gd]

I've been following bald for almost 2 years now, following his soviet adventures, and his wild trips trips to south america. I am lebanese, and i always wondered how it would be if he ever visited our lands. I wasn't even surprised how good this went out to be. Welcome to our historic Mesopotamian lands, Mr. Bald.

[@slackerman9758]

I was hoping for the same thing!

[@FoodRecipes108]

I am following this guy since 2018. When he had 80k subs

[@Malarkey93]

I'm sorry mate, as an Arab Australian that's travelled to Lebanon with my sisters, I can say that Lebanon is not welcoming at all.

[@yugen]

The cradle of civilization! And Minions.

[@EGGZ1983]

@@Malarkey93 crazy to hear. May I ask if your Christian or Muslim? And what part of Lebanon? Is that why you felt unwelcome? Because lebos are actually really welcoming. I grew up in Riverwood Sydney. 90% Lebs and I'm European blood.

[@xxxx626]

I recognised to many places during this video it’s unbelievable, so glad to see some recognition for my country

[@theaverageguytraveller7253]

I’ve read lots of blogs of travellers who’ve been to Syria (mostly before the war) and they constantly rate it in their top 5 favourites and for hospitality. Very fascinating country, hope I’ll get a chance to walk the same streets in the future

[@yukyukyuk1335]

I was there in the late eighties and can confirm 100% what you state is true.

[@splifstar85]

Imagine if Russia didn’t intervene to save them from the war criminals that is nato..

[@Snp2024]

Will visit in few years just wanna be extra sure hopefully a peaceful trip

[@Alexander_l322]

Yes and Pakistan also has good hospitality and lovely people from what I understand

[@yukyukyuk1335]

@@Robert-tl2vg I quote: "so you haven’t been their one 30 years then?" What in the heck is that supposed to mean?🤭

[@stingusian]

The lady in the hotel, describing how one person can have multiple origins and basically being a human - godsend! The ones fueling wars can learn a bit about the humanity that lies within ordinary people. And Bald, once again a legend!

[@arcofspira]

When the world need him most, he returned. This is one of your best videos yet and taught me so much I never knew about Syria. Please keep making more videos like this, Bald.

[@myo39]

Hands down one of his best, up there with the one where he met the hermit near chernobyl

[@RamiGB]

@@myo39 this video you talked about was the first one that came to my mind when I needed a video to compare this one to! definately these two videos are two of his best!

[@grahaml3449]

I went to Syria in 2010. It was lovely. The people were kind and friendly, the food superb. I can't begin to tell you how sad I am to see the condition of the country, mainly Aleppo, now. The Citadel, now so ruined, was glorious! I hope the country can recover. The Syrian people deserve it.

[@anirbanroy9431]

West gave them some humanity and freedom

[@melonabd]

@@anirbanroy9431 the west destroyed syria in the first place

[@sarahflanagan9345]

@@melonabd I would argue Russia did more damage than any other foreign country. Assad is still in power, so what has changed?

[@ataberkg]

The democracy has uploaded to Syria successfully...

[@arc8696]

@@melonabdSyria was destroyed by the Assad regime. All the others are just secondary culprits.

[@JK-tn6sx]

Much love to Syria and the Syrian people from Greece! What a wonderful country 🇬🇷❤️🇸🇾

[@barrabusthegray7660]

Love? From Greece? How about no? You guys stripped them to their underwear and nearly let them freeze to their death when they tried to seek refuge in your country.

[@pesevengi5358]

@@qwertyismymom thessaloniki is an awesome city and it’s a good base to travel around northern greece in general

[@alterkooper431]

The Syrian people are so wonderful, Bashir the butcher killed over 600,000 of them!!

[@FUToob]

@@qwertyismymom - Crete - Takis Shelter.

[@thomassalt5026]

@@qwertyismymom It depends on what you are looking for. Islands and beaches or mainland and mountains. A relaxing time with your so or party all night with you friends etc

[@Helena-xk8yl]

Thanks!

[@eightiesboy]

Aleppo and Damascus were really popular destinations back in the early 2000s. As a travel agent I sold loads of tickets with BMI or British Midland as it was before that. Then the war came....

[@cristic767]

Damascus should be a treasure of the whole World. Like a "holy place". I really hope the wars in the Middle East will stop in my lifetime, so I will get the privilege to visit the place where the culture an science of the World got shelter when in Europe were The Dark Ages. 1000 years of dark times in Europe, 1000 years of science and culture in Middle East...

[@bengaliinplatforms1268]

Before the usual suspects started meddling

[@whenthedustfallsaway]

@@ArmadilloGodzilla Read up one what actually started the war, thank you.

[@wasntme3651]

@@whenthedustfallsaway You mentioned it, who started it and why was it started? I’m looking forward to the lesson. Maybe you can teach us all something?

[@seekeroftheway]

@@cristic767 Bit of an oversimplification, and the Dark ages is now known to be a bit of a misnomer…

[@thingswiththad457]

In 1998 my parents stayed in the same room as you in the Baron hotel, my dad is watching your video and saying it hasn't changed since they where there 34 years ago, and said whenever they got back to their room the maids would all be in there watching TV as it was the only room with a TV in, in the hotel

[@careerdog]

What a wonderful coincidence!

[@yomer355]

@@_JC_21 how can you appreciate a story that has holes in it? If he cleared some things up I'd appreciate it.

[@jimaji4922]

Thank you for bringing attention to our beautiful country 🇸🇾, it’s sad that you haven’t been to Latakia and Tartous (coastal cities) because it’s gorgeous there. Hopefully we will see you again in Syria to explore more cities.

[@95netta]

This is beautiful. As an American, all I've seen is war and hatred from this area of the world. This is a great perspective to show how resilient and loving people are. Best of luck in your travels, bald and bankrupt!

[@johnhenni2808]

That war and hatred are thanks to the US and UK, France etc arming and training Muslim extremists there. And Israel does random bombing attacks killing many Syrians. Most Syrians want to just live their lives but US., UK .keep stirring the pot by financing murderous extremists there.😊

[@muddyguns]

"As an American" try it as an American woman and see how much fun it is...

[@abuhlayile9084]

I want to clarify something in American you can freely chose your president In Syria we can’t even criticize him on his mistakes we will immediately treated as a betrayers He is Like Kim jong on that’s why the war has been explode we fight for freedom not for a specific ideology as the regime in Syria showed

[@vladimir8035]

@@abuhlayile9084 He's much better than the Zionist scum that there are in the West and what else do you prefer? ISIS? His resignation would turn Syria in to 2nd Libya or Afghanistan.

[@Fraggusnonlaggus]

@@muddyguns most of the women in the video don't even wear hijab. It's a fairly secular country so gtfo with your virtue signalling about women

[@farouk1991]

I've been watching bald for almost 2 years and it never crossed my mind he would ever visit my country It's indeed a trip filled with emotions and nostalgia

[@deeeeeedre]

Nothing makes me happier than seeing the middle east shown in a positive way, it desperately needs that after so much negativity, and this shows the world and changes their mind, but it also lets arabic people see themselves in a positive way..

[@HEATSEEKER00]

If you want people to respect the Middle East tell you're young men to stay at home and stop infesting western nations.

[@ChairmanMeow1]

people that have actually been to the middle east know the truth. its the friendliest Ive ever been treated anywhere Ive ever been.

[@Unknown-sz8kg]

Arabs = quran book who says to cut the heads of from christians. "So friendly"

[@DubaiXtreme]

The mother’s daughter at the beginning was saying: “Ahla w Sahla fil Cham” which translates “ to Welcome You to Damascus” ❤️

[@alooy101]

She said "Ahla w Sahla fil Cham" (Welcome to the Levant) and "Ahla w Sahla fi Demashq" (Welcome to Demascus)

[@falconofbalasagun4163]

@@cold_servo_pie yes. "كيف حالك" kif halak and "كيفك" kifak.

[@rkaya1651]

sham is levant

[@DubaiXtreme]

@@cold_servo_pie yes, you can either say “kif halak” = how are you or “kifak” = wasup

[@BoringExtrovert]

@@rkaya1651 in Syria when you say sham you're referring to Damascus

[@dannyward673]

Big up gents 🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼 bringing the world a little closer in your own special way. Bless the Syrian people and I wish them all a speedy recovery to building back up the country. As was mentioned, cities in Syria have been around longer than most others on the planet 🙌🏼♥️

[@Nylover87]

Hey! I'm from Syria, exactly from Homs. I've seen your video, it touched my heart. I have been abroad for 7 years now and I am still sad and crying every time I think about my home country and what has happened. thank you so much for your visit♥️

[@GORANJOVIC631]

I've went to Syria before the civil war, it was one of the most beautiful country i've seen. Classic Middle East mixed with modern architecture, it was like a movie. Now the country is so sad, but i'm glad it is still fine in some places. 25:35 The elder people even stand up to salute you, that's something you don't see in many countries, very respectful people.

[@RishayanPorMexico]

I don't watch the news anymore. I just watch Bald And Bankrupt to find out what's going on around the world. Another great video.

[@PantheraTK]

Setting yourself up to be even more misinformed than if you just watched the news.

[@dylnm]

@@PantheraTK yeah for as much as I love bald, if you get your information from one source you're liable to its biases. He's only human and all humans have bias. I get Rishayan's point though that the media doesn't do a great job of portraying what's actually going on in the world for the same reason.

[@Eric-ue5mm]

Thats actually not the smartest move my man. As long as you stay out of world affairs i guess?

[@S__123]

So you essentially know nothing about whats going on in the world, except a few places this guy has been to and all through 1 mans perspective?

[@James-gz8tb]

@@S__123 Watching the news in 2022 is more stupid than not watching it tbh

[@curupa66]

Seeing Bald do an ad felt so out of place. I never realised how ad-free this channel was. Props to you, mister bald.

[@UnbelievableEricthegiraffe]

I would Guess it isn't cheap to Visit Syria, If you don't like the Product on Offer ,Then just don't buy it. SIMPLES

[@mrrahul9683]

@@velipulla3936 why bro ? He needs ro earn some money as well

[@jacquesabels8968]

agree

[@redcatjack]

Use Sponsorblock

[@chavax7724]

I need to go to damascus asap. Everyone is so friendly, it looks so nice there and the food looks amazing. I feel so ignorant, I didn't know it was that beautiful and nice.

[@Khalid-bz5ef]

I cant wait to go back since 2009, i miss everything about syria and damascus

[@HATCH5T]

Try avoiding it

[@2darki]

@@HATCH5T why

[@HATCH5T]

@@2darki Turkey started military operation and Israel bombed the city airport since Russia is not there taking advantage of their absence

[@tuforu4]

I was there in 1980 and it was horroble i would have LEFT if i could have got a instand flight..

[@highsenpai92]

The energy and Smiles of the Syrian people is infectious! Thank you for another awesome video and look forward to the next adventure!

[@whitb003]

My husband’s parents are from Aleppo. They haven’t been back since the war. I hope one day we can take our daughter to meet her Syrian family. Wonderful video.

[@helloimclaudio]

Why can’t you go now ?

[@billdautreve9277]

@@helloimclaudio because they would rather stay here in America & change it into the shithole Syria is

[@mirage3572]

Aleppo has been liberated and also it’s rebuilding a lot of stuff. It’s a great city now

[@rickdalton4890]

Is he a Muslim?

[@Sahd079]

@@rickdalton4890 does it matter in this context?

[@soumyadeeplovestoexplore6631]

Finally, it's the first time from him to show us the coverage of middle-eastern region, can't wait to see more.

[@anzelmasmatutis2500]

"Not much soviet" he explained in 1st minute :)

[@karam241]

@@velipulla3936 Where are they supposed to go back to? You know the people in there are living in severe financial conditions because of the inflation and unemployment. A lot of the families there depend on relatives who live and work in Europe to send them a little money so that they could live. Bald showed you the streets of Syria but not how people actually live. Basic life needs such as electricity and hot water aren’t available to most of the people there, not to mention that most men would face imprisonment or getting drafted into the army if they ever come back.

[@Crowbar]

@@velipulla3936 why? Because they don't deserve to be in europe? But you do? Because you were lucky to be born in europe and not in syria?

[@FloofersFX]

@@velipulla3936 stop listening to conservative propaganda, they do it to avert your focus from the actual problems, its giving you brainrot

[@oguz091]

@@velipulla3936 It does look safe but is the housing and economy the same? Doubt it.

[@ahmedseelawi2948]

My Irish friend recommended this video to me and am glad that such videos show the real friendly sophisticated Middle East, not the fake one media shows . Thank you for the great effort mate.

[@kawa1]

scam alert

[@Qais-kh]

We're happy for your visit in our city Homs Mr. Benjamin and we invite all your friends and British citizens to visit us. That helps us a lot to tell the world that we are kind and safe people. We want your help to stop the sanction by your country, Europe and USA. Thanks a lot

[@bluemoonpanther6337]

You are super friendly and that's why people get friendly around you... I really enjoyed this episode... Thanks for your efforts

[@setoki2838]

I love it when Bald says "is this your sister?" to the mothers, who are with their daughters. Always the loveliest reactions...

[@thekittynews5802]

This is the first time in my life to see the inside of the country and how people live. No media ever show anything good. You're the man. Beautiful country so sad for the conflict.

[@Diego_DXB]

True that I was just going to say something like your comment!

[@hectorgravesantiagonil2118]

Because it will show you that we, the West, supported the wrong people, we supported the militant fanatics against regular and ordinary normal people.

[@putraperak5369]

media from west always want show bad thing about middle est to world

[@fillinman1]

Used to be videos like this on you tube. Showing the people of Damascus following Assad while he was shopping. Don't be fooled. He is loved there as the best option. In U.S. Every mention of Assad is accompanied w/ Brutal Dictator, or something like that. He makes fools out of western reporters trying to get a juicy story cuz he very reasoned and well spoken.

[@sowier88]

As an old subscriber since the Kolya era , I have to admit that it's surreal watching you wandering in aleppo streets. The city I haven't been able to return to 11 years ago. It was absolute heartwarming. to be quite honest, the last time I got that excited to watch a video and have someone takes on syria was when Topgear filmed their episode in Syria 2009. Much respect to the mighty efforts you put on.

[@QED_]

props

[@00fgytduydrtu]

@Millennial Waffen ⚡⚡ Based profile pic. Assad is Based, also

[@Nomad_1x]

We need an update on Kolya and the other belarussians he met... i wonder how theyre doing occasionally and wishing bald would go back and see them...

[@Nomad_1x]

@Millennial Waffen ⚡⚡ why is that, is it due to the war?

[@Domhnall_A_Ghalltachd]

@@Nomad_1x He spoke out against Lukashenka and because of the war he refused to return until he has left.

[@eliasblum753]

I hitch-hiked across Syria in 1999, when I was a student, on an overland trek from Alexandria to Istanbul. I visited Damascus, Homs, Hama, Aleppo, Latakia etc. Interesting country. Great food. The friendliest of all the Arab countries I've visited (although I did have to reassure everyone that I was not an Israeli!).

[@tuckerbugeater]

Israeli ally or Israeli. Same thing.

[@Original-Phantom]

did you have money ?

[@eliasblum753]

@@Original-Phantom Enough. If I remember correctly, I had a budget of about 1500 British pounds (in 1999 money) for the whole trip (30 days, so about 50 GBP a day). I was a student back-packer, travelling light, staying in mostly hostels, travelling by hitch-hiking or bus, eating mostly at local restaurants, so that was enough. Every few days I would splurge on a big meal at a more upmarket restaurant. Plus I had access to about another 1500 on a credit card for emergencies if I'd needed it (which I didn't).

[@Babaroga777]

​ @@eliasblum753 i think you could still spend a few very nice weeks in Syria for the same amount of money as back then (1500 pounds or about 1750€).

[@Andy-P]

@@eliasblum753 I spent two months there in 1997. I reckon I could of survived on $1 day - just with out travel. I spend about $10 a day for everything. They much preferred US dollars when changing money. I went up market a couple of times. I reckoned the difference between the street food and up-market restaurant was just the price. Had to go to plush hotels to drink decent beer - and use a proper toilet. No asked if I was an isreali. Did ask where I was from. Happy to tell them. They were happy to see a foreigner on holiday in Syria.

[@sideshowspook133]

Bald has this amazing ability to showcase the world in a more organic way than any other media out there

[@mikeykeyes]

he also deals with many lovey women that way LOLLZZZ

[@TheOffkilter]

Im actually surprised he didnt know about Syria's castles. There some of the most impressive in the world. Shame too many have been damaged.

[@zigmundo]

39 minutes he showed one

[@TheOffkilter]

@@zigmundo yeah I know? I was commenting on how he didnt know about them before he traveld to Syria. Theyre all over infographs and old tourist material about them. Or anyone who knows alot about the history of the region which he seems like the sort who would.

[@RealRichardTalbot]

Qalʿat al-Ḥosn was greatly financed and rebuilt by II. András of Hungary ;) most ignorant westerners have no clue whatsoever :(

[@zigmundo]

@@TheOffkilter strange

[@justcallmehaterik]

To be fair I didn't know that there were castles in the first until you mentioned it.

[@zscottsgerman]

God, I love these videos. Too many documentaries show things without giving you that level of connection needed to actually grasp the severity. Ben does such a great job showing the connections and human side of the regions of the world. The very definition of an influencer.

[@markharmon4963]

100%

[@kaminobatto]

24:15 this is the hotel we used to eat and stay in when we visited Maaloula back in the 80s and early 90s... It was heartbreaking seeing it reduced to rubble... I lived in Syria longer than I lived in my own country and when I saw the destruction in this video I felt that part of my childhood was destroyed...

[@benjismith593]

Sad

[@kfizzle]

You truly deserve a humanitarian award for all the footage you bring to us of the world and it’s great peoples. Thank you Bald.

[@Disobedient_One]

What pains me the most about seeing the destruction of once beautiful Syria is that my tax dollars went towards that destruction.

[@thatguyFS6961]

I’ve never thought I’d see a KZbinr visiting my country after the decade of war that we been through😅, but truly thank you for showcasing the bright side of our country. Despite all the hardships that we face and the economic crisis, the culture and people never change and hope to see more KZbinrs and tourists visiting and exploring. Hoping my country goes back to it’s former glory as soon as possible ❤️.

[@PhillyAvGeek]

There is a ton of videos by western KZbinrs over the past 5 years.

[@highwaytoquail754]

There are lots of people out there who would love to visit the ancient history that Syria has.

[@TheSuperBoyProject]

@@highwaytoquail754 that has nothing to do with modern syrians