Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations: Kurdistan

Kurdistan

Tony and his crew venture to the war zone and fledgling country of Kurdistan to explore the tragic history and hopeful future of the ethnic group known as the Kurds.

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Hazardous Environment Training

Tony discusses the crew's performance during their training ...

02:49

Relive Kurdistan with Tony

Tony visits an amusement park and attends a wedding in Kurdistan.

03:54

Dinner with US soldiers

Tony sits down for a meal with 3 US soldiers stationed in ...

02:11

A Kurdish picnic

Tony discusses the future of Kurdistan with local residents ...

03:02

A celebration of survival

At the end of his trip, Tony sits down for a meal with his ...

02:52

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Restaurant

Cercis Murat Konağı

Tony brings his security team here to discuss expectations and conclusions about the real dangers of his trip to Kurdistan over a local specialty known as Filled Rib.

Mardin Merkez, Birnici Cad.

Restaurant

Abu Shahab Restaurant

A favorite among locals and visitors alike, Tony heads here to meet up with three US soldiers stationed in Kurdistan.

Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq

Activity

Erbil Bazaar

Tony wanders the maze-like shopping complex near the ancient city center and stops for tea deep within the bazaar.

Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq

Activity

Erbil Citadel

The ancient city-center of Erbil is now a ghost town on its way to being refurbished for tourism and historical purposes.

Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq

Activity

Pank Resort

Tony heads to this amusement park and weekend resort in the epic canyon land of northern Iraq.

Rawandiz, Erbil Governorate, Iraq

Activity

City Park

Tony meets up with a family during their weekend picnic in the hills of Rawandiz, Iraq.

Rawandiz, Erbil Governorate, Iraq

Accommodation

Erbil Rotana Hotel

Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq

Accommodation

Antik Tatlidede Konagi Hotel

Ulucami Mah. 104 Sok. No:21, 47100 Mardin, Turkey

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