Don't get into cars with strange people. They might chop off you're head.

Watch out for Islamic extremest who hate westerners.. if they don't try to blow you up they will try and kidnap you. Always carry and never go out alone.

easy way to go there.join the army...travel tip=dont join the army

Its not generally a safe place for Americans or most people. While it is a historically significant place, I'm not sure if I'd go looking around for those things yet. It's the most modern city in Iraq comparitively speaking. If you do go wear something bullet-proof and fire-proof and keep your eyes open at all times

Muito cuidado com a corrupção...Eles te forçam a pagar inclusive com pressão psicológica,até por falta de vacina contra a Aids....Lugar horrivel,não va a não ser por absoluta necessidade.Se for não perca p Pão Sirio com Gergelim,o melhor do mundo,e também as Tâmaras...é isso

KEEP YOUR WEAPON AT THE READY!!!!

Weapons, ammo, zip ties, and water.