The Village Where The Roofs Are Also Streets | Show Me Where You Live Compilation

Philippe is interested in how architecture can provide a glimpse into how people live all around the world. He travels to some of the most unique spots and culture on the planet to see what they have to offer. Today he is in Northern Iran in Masuleh, an area of lush landscape, unlike the desert climate most of the country offers. In this small village, the roofs are all interconnected to form pedestrian areas. Nest, Philippe heads to southern Louisiana to see the Bayou Country and how homeowners there have adapted to hurricane season.
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[@videovedo36]

I've been to Masuleh in 2018. It's beautiful and although is considered a very touristy place nowadays, and is flooded with internal tourists every weekend, during the week life is slow and sweet. People is very welcoming, and kind, and nice. We arrived and didn't have a place to sleep but through a fortunate coincidence we got in touch with a lady who had a little house to let in the high end of the village. The guy who led us to her also invited us to have a homemade dinner at his mum's house and it was great hospitality. He also accompanied us to see the amazing waterfall hidden in the surrounding woods. We had a very interesting conversation with a young guy who run a herbs shop and while we were there his uncle came down from the mountains bringing a load of fresh herbs to dry and sell. I even met a man who was taking care of some stray cats and he understood I was Italian so he started talking to me in Italian! He had lived in Italy for some time years prior and I could get that it was a bit of a bitter story so I didn't inquire much, but to meet someone who spoke my language in such a tiny place lost in the Iranian mountains was a very strange experience. I loved that village (btw it's so nostalgic to see in the doc all the same places I've been to...it's like I'm still there ❤), as I loved my whole visit through Iran, which is an amazing country that keeps on giving in terms of culture and landscapes...neverending wonders. Go visit Iran, you'll find beauty in every corner and beautiful people too. As an Italian I can say I felt at home. They are profoundly aware of their political and social problems, but the majority of them are ashamed of it all and have enough freedom of mind to have learnt how to live in the cracks of the system to try and endure it having the best possible life. They deserve all the best and I hope they'll get there.

[@dennistate5953]

Amen!

[@catherinehamer5653]

I enjoyed reading about your experiences in Iran…..the kindness of people can be found everywhere

[@videovedo36]

@@catherinehamer5653 they are people with great history, great culture, great knowledge and great pride therefore are people with a great soul. A crushed but resilient and brave one. I believe in the Iranian soul, it's a nation we should all very much respect.

[@Veganchef101]

Thank you for the beautiful story. I never thought of visiting Iran, but now my eyes are open to the possibilities. I love the people! So humble and warm.

[@katherineirving7189]

👍🤗🥰

[@tony4197]

What a beautiful, peaceful place, God bless Iran and Iranians.

[@vanessashimoni6548]

I hope they can continue to preserve this architecture and the village can attract more residents. It’s an amazing space.

[@esenamyaayaaasamoah5616]

This is what a community should be! ❤❤❤

[@laurenraine]

What a delightful documentary. I was especially moved by the love the people in Masuleh have for their village, and the hospitality they seemed to have.

[@ViraL_FootprinT.ex.e]

I love the idea of an entire town/village for pedestrians specifically 😊

[@ramonasp4989]

Please fiorgive my 'chatty' comments, but I wanr5ed to add - this village is a Wonderful example of how people should be towards eachother ! It is a Beautiful concept and the people and culture are priceless ! Thank you for sharing,, as I would never be rich enough to visit thie Blessed place in my life time ! I pray the tourists Never Change this village !!

[@sailwme]

In a society free of media influence on youth, it would. But Todays youth?

[@LaurieTrammell]

I completely agree with you, and that wasn't a 'chatty comment '; you should read what I just left on another channel! Those people will hate me,! Lol

[@godfreylovo4441]

llu

[@kibetronoh2376]

Shujaa in Swahili means "hero". I admire the communal living of Masuleh, watching from Kenya🇰🇪

[@salomenewsome4188]

Wakenya tuko kila mahali

[@MaMa-gp1pw]

Swahili was derived from arabic,iranians,afghans.pakistanis have some arabic dialect too in their languages,thats why u can understand some arabic terms.

[@whereisiran1297]

and in Persian , in means Brave

[@imutimwiti7606]

@@salomenewsome4188 ,na kazi mnafanyanga lini?

[@elizamccroskey1708]

I love how this architecture engenders fellowship.

[@sailwme]

Most beautiful point of view!

[@jomama5186]

What a cool place to live I wish everybody could live like that.

[@rodpettet2819]

What an incredibly interesting town and lifestyle. In the UK in my twenties I worked with an Iranian man Bruce. He was a really nice guy and I always wanted to visit Iran, but never made it despite travelling widely. Age and health problems stop me now. I wish all the worlds warmongering politicians would go away as I think Iran has a lot to offer the rest of the world.

[@rockyroad9237]

3:38 I never realized that my lack of walking on roofs was the reason why I couldn't discuss with people about various things like the culture, economy, local business, etc

[@desertpriere]

Yea the design plan of modern cities does not allow for people to discuss business or personal matters.

[@Dancerlil]

Very interesting as was the second documentary half way thru. It ought to be listed in the title. It deserves that honor as well. Thank you for sharing this.

[@saranbhatia8809]

Roof streets such a wonderful concept... enhanced interaction space 💯

[@inzimambspoliticalscience6519]

They are really happy, peaceful and united people ❤

[@Bh9140]

Looks so heavenly. This example could inspire property developers for sustainable living with their natural environment

[@Jaa624]

Wow. Wonderful indeed. Hi from 🇯🇲

[@christopherkalongo4998]

Beautiful streets... good architecture.

[@mayolynespada3775]

Its very different from my expectations,Iran was a beautiful country hope to visit someday love from Philippines. 😊

[@sandrabarnett1499]

So cool Much love to Iran People.

[@maxigan5266]

Beatiful. Good decomuntry . We need more of this quality content.

[@berhanegebriel3155]

Scientist Phllipe introduced me to one of Iran's contribution to the world. Lovely .

[@nonozebra4196]

Amazing and beautiful place just like Iranians ❤❤❤

[@ursulafuchs9210]

I have been there-it is great and the Iranian are the most polite people I met around the world!!

[@kevin6385]

I have a friend who travels with his wife half the year. No children. I asked him the friendliest country? Without a doubt he said Iran. We are Canadian

[@Nell654]

America lied to us

[@judithsmith9582]

Iran only if you're not a Baha'i!

[@joycelebrilla2023]

what did he say about philippines.?

[@lombreshoko3383]

Iran nicest people’s and cruel people too

[@vanessashimoni6548]

Not if you’re Jewish or American.

[@EnginAtik]

Running water and sanitary system should be a challenge being on a mountain slope; I wonder how they solved it.

[@TessaabriolsantosBriones27]

Thanks for this video, this would be definitely be in my bucket list. Post more videos like this, watching form Philippines!

[@shweta-gx3nu]

Masuleh is on my bucketlist now. Never imagined I'd want to go to Iran. The town is so quaint, old fashioned and the weather is mesmerizing. From the mountain/hill top in Old Masuleh its like walking above clouds. What I found very interesting is that a lot of the words of the Masuleh dialect are common between the Urdu language of India. "Deewar", 'Chashma' 'Mohalla' 'Baazaar' etc. I always thought Urdu was a mix of Arabic n Hindi but now I realize there are a lot of Persian words as well! I love your videos n the bg music is amazing! You have very good taste in music!

[@dolienaldoza9586]

The village is very beautiful. ❤️. Seems peaceful with lovely people

[@tonics7121]

A real treat. Thank you.

[@francoisedandre3644]

Ce village fantastique ressemble à un gigantesque château.

[@Montanez823]

Merci.

[@sherylcrowe3255]

I'm surprised they don't have rooftop gardens

[@Pillarguri]

Ehh. Due to sun

[@mikesahle1193]

Thank you 🙏 ❤this beautiful land ✊ please 🙏 “respect ✊ and follow what still standing up “ wishing you all the success ☝️for the love ❤of the wetlands 👏👏👏👍🎥

[@dennistate5953]

Magnificent! Place and people!❤❤❤

[@jan004berlin]

It looks amazing and natural environment. I believe the residents of masuleh are proud of the beautiful village ❤

[@gigigennaro3303]

What a sweet little place. And no traffic of any kind. No noisy motorcycles...nothing. This is how a community should live.

[@joslynaarons6885]

He is a bundle of Joy 😊

[@SonnyDarvishzadeh]

My great grandad was a Khan from Masuleh :)

[@naten6150]

I love Iranian people.

[@joslynaarons6885]

What an amazing ancient former great Empire. It is full of treasures. Mashallah!

[@soundtherapy4082]

This should be a Fundraiser for Lahaina Hawaii!!

[@SofSof.]

What a lovely and calm place to live

[@kforest2745]

Practical is beautiful and saves so much space

[@colleenbrookes-gain6662]

O wow.. How beautiful👏👏👏👏 🇿🇦

[@psnatarajan6131]

Catal huyuk in Turkey had all the streets on roofs and doors too were fitted on roofs than in walls with ladders for exit and entrance. And this the town architecture,8000 years ago.

[@RoseRose-ih9be]

The place is so beautiful

[@vancegilmore5821]

Very nice place . Marvelous engineering. I'm surprised there aren't more plants growing there. Flowers always make places nicer.

[@RM-ti8nf]

Climate?

[@saimaroshan3715]

A very lovely amazing peaceful place .

[@ramonasp4989]

While this may be the Only Existing villae of this type, both the ancient city of Çatalhüyük in present day Turkey and the palace of Knossos in Crete are Earlier examples if this type of village ( palace) pathway.

[@ethiobeat360]

Wow! Amazing documentary 👍

[@JohnBosco.1308]

Iran is such a pretty country. Its unfortunate that they can not open it up again to the whole world.

[@faraiprimrosechingwe9066]

Beautiful architech and place but i wonder how they keep the children safe from falling or the kids being raised in such an environment are already accustomed to safe use of the space and how to avoid dangee

[@sincerewyd2285]

Im a native, and that oyster man is clearly a grwat hearted man. He says he isnt an indian but deep down, his spirit is with the land, like every other person on planet earthh. Dont need to be a native to love mother earth

[@thevintageaudiolife]

Thank you for posting, beautiful place i would love to visit and enjoy the food, people, city and city's vibe.

[@phylwilton1966]

Wow! these documentaries are really well done!

[@TRACKSTravelDocs]

Glad you enjoy them! Thanks for watching 🌍✨

[@terrancebrown87]

Another cool one 👍

[@patrickol4300]

People of the Bayou, please check out Holland (Europe!)

[@mamamia5556]

Interesting, I'd like to go there 😉

[@farhatshah4849]

Amazing village 🌸👍

[@fran20000]

I have Iranian friends they are so kind and loving .

[@RS-gl9ht]

So interesting to have an insight into a completely different way of life - thank you very much for all your hard work!

[@sanjaybhatikar]

Very nice, thank you for showing us this.

[@johnallen7807]

What a shame such beautiful places have such terrible governments!

[@shamailarizwan4083]

Terrible governments???

[@johnallen7807]

@@shamailarizwan4083 Well, wouldn't you call the Iranian government terrible?

[@SuperAbdul0000]

Your gov just brainwashed by saying some gov are bad

[@HornOkay]

Iran is such a beautiful country.

[@mercedesdilks4488]

How are the restrooms? Who collects the trash? Lovely place, but it feels like not all the info was guven.

[@Bh9140]

My thoughts too

[@davidjohn9006]

Marvellous … peace be with the people of the earth 🙏🏼 … really interesting and yes, unique … much appreciated 👍🏼

[@sherellerippy9312]

One of the residence here in the United States I resided at as a child had a flat back roof we walked and sat on. One cloud use steps from back of the house or enter on to the same roof with upstairs door.

[@abbyfox2980]

The world is not overpopulated or in danger of 'climate change'. It's a beautiful place .

[@heavenlymilano]

When it comes to cultural diffusion in the Middle East and even Central Asia, Iran has always been the source culture. As a Turkish person, I can say that we adopted the ways of Persians as our ancestors migrated from Central Asia to Anatolia when we met Persians around 10th century. Today it is almost impossible to make a long and meaningful sentence in Turkish without using a few Persian words. Our art, literature and culture, especially culinary culture, is greatly influenced by theirs. Masuleh architectural style which is not only very beautiful but also practical and stable against earthquakes is a product of the Persian intellect.

[@jamiecurran3544]

I always used to hang out on rooftops as a kid usually to get chased off by the police!😂, I've met many Iranian people n they were all lovely!😊✌️

[@someone_7233]

This is what solar punk architecture should like, blending with the natural land scape ... An architecture that enhances Strong sense of community and walkable roads to have minimum waste

[@mohdashraf4066]

i would love to visit place

[@luciachamu8981]

Amazing place so out of my mind.

[@naturelle1097]

Safest place to be no road accidents❤❤

[@alanthal6876]

How many languages do you speak , incredibly ! Enjoy your series.

[@cardinalblack5964]

Nice concept. Love it.

[@khalidnaseem3806]

Sound needs to be improved. Overlap of two languages makes it difficult to comprehend otherwise beautiful video

[@balonh1052]

An amazing channel ever

[@tiheera]

I grew up in a village in Pakistan where this was the culture of those who lived on the steeper part of the village. Their homes were single-storeyed and to protect the homeowner's privacy, we knew not to go as far as the roof edge, since women frequently used their courtyards. I have seen the same in most northern areas of my country where people live in the mountains, so I think it's common to this landscape.

[@richtygart6855]

That'd be fun to take a mountain bike and start at the top and go from roof to roof to the bottom

[@mpinky5094]

Thanks,love Ur video,n it's very interesting

[@francoisedandre3644]

Dans ce village, un bon oeui du rocher, surveille, pour pour une bonne entente entre les gens.

[@DivinaCentino-kv3ew]

Wow this is fantastic.

[@corine422]

The "you just have to deal with it" attitude is the human error that helped to create the human environmental disaster in Louisiana. Seriously taking the advice of the EPA's assessment and advice in many cases may have saved Louisiana from losing a huge chunk of their state and their citizens from losing their homes. I'm sure someone at the EPA did an assessment before oil companies started drilling and big money changed the topography of the land causing more environmental damage besides hurricanes. It seems like big money should take some/more responsibility for damages and so does the State for allowing that.

[@habibabegum2409]

Very nice Architecture. Mashallah.❤💚❤️

[@SamiullahWeesa]

Very nice documentary

[@ladysafari01]

Beautiful and unique indeed, but I wonder about winter time when it freezes ? 🥶 Isn't it slippery?

[@sanamgrewal874]

I have never visited iran, but i have few friends colleagues from iran. My personal experience has been great being around my iranian friends.. before you know you will a family, they will invite you as their own. Very similar to Indian culture. Now I also know another persian coworker who is probably a nice person to others , but with everyone i know finds her to be very… umm😅lets say not so pleasant to be around. So as some comments mentioned above, few bad apples everywhere in this world. We shouldn’t hate On a country and its people just based on few of those people.

[@BobHill-s2c]

People everywhere are generally nice. It's the governments that make them miserable or even fight each o5her.

[@تکرارِتمنا]

Kind and cruel people are all over the world we should kind to humanity 💕

[@jillsipocz3582]

I love the very unusual accent of the Bayou people....

[@guerillagrace]

24:42 Absolutely adorable- Drama at the rooftop football/soccer game More than likely it'll all be forgotten in 10min or so Tomorrow at the latest

[@DecrepitBiden]

Who's on my roof? Santa Claus? Pilferers? Nope... just normal village traffic.

[@johndewey6358]

During the non-Chrismass times Santa & the Reindeers comes over and use the roofs for practice runs. This is a well kept secret and the whole village of Masooleh (Masuleh) are sworn to secrecy so they don't disclose the Santa visit times. After the Reindeers learn how to safely jump from roof to roof they are allowed to gallop without their helmets. After three clean runs (if Santa approves) they say good bye to the villages and Santa and Reindeers head to their arctic home (about 1200 miles north). Santa chose this village hundreds of years because everybody is really nice and trustworthy with Santa's secrets and also because there is a lot of fog and snow. Please let me know if you have any questions, otherwise you have to write to Santa directly. Be good so you do not get any coal in you Christmas sock! I am just a Santa Helper from Iran.

[@Blacksheep-Ba-Ba]

Honestly after becoming homeless and living in a shelter for a year when my husband committed suicide- The less i have as far as responsibilities the easier life has been. .i only have to worry about me and what i bring.

[@edmunddianga8641]

So sorry

[@Montanez823]

MASH ALLAH! ALHAMDU LILAH! ALLAH U AKBAR!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@nisigate]

They’re lucky to not have Karens among them such a peaceful village don’t change it for anything

[@mery1486]

salah satu warisan bentuk teknologi arsitektur dari masa lampau👍

[@LoveLife-kt5rf]

I wish the village was left for the native inhabitants and new inhabitants can build in a different location in order not to wipe out the native in a way that they can't manage to afford staying there like in places like where locals can't afford to own homes anymore because the rich that find these beautiful cities have bought them out turned them to hotels motels Airbnb's private estates e. t. c

[@rickjo8703]

Not the only you need to see Aqra in nothen of iraq (kurdstan) the rofes are like this google it if you like

[@0-equals-1-trilliontiger67]

Right, there are also many in Iran including Kurdish provinces, many of them collectively are UNESCO sites. However, I'm not sure the rooftops all serve as streets too so completely as here.

[@rickjo8703]

@@0-equals-1-trilliontiger67 yes i have see akra or qara at 1989 when i went to iraq but now we are in the 2000ths so i do not now at that time it was roof on toproof

[@kakayberamol1905]

How about planting coconut ?It may grow near the water or seashore.

[@april-m5837]

Wow no hand rails 😢. Beautiful village though.