Went around town for breakfast and photography. Some university students saw us and came by for a friendly chat, then upon leaving, they bought us Kurdish coffee. A group of young photography students came by and delighted everyone one with smiles and mutual photo-sessions. Children atop the hill played war with me.
Later, while walking in the afternoon alone, children all over greeted me, asking for photos to be taken. One offered sweets and sunflower seeds. An old later saw me toting the camera and invited me into her home to the roof-top terrace for a better view of the city. Everyone seemed so welcoming. People literally stop and say “welcome”. This place is magical for its warmth to visitors.