5 Friendliest Nations On Planet Earth
By chili, October 22nd 2009 in Travel Destinations Comments (254)
StumbleThere is no scientific way to measure friendliness as it is a very personal impression. Still there are some nations that boast the title of the friendliest, most welcoming or most hospitable people in the world. Whether various surveys and rankings are right or not, each of us has probably visited one or two countries where the locals' kindness has exceeded our expectations.
See below a few examples of the friendliest peoples in the world:
5. Georgians
Georgian women. By Henning(i)
How not to feel welcomed in the country where people believe that guests come from God? Georgia, a tiny Caucasus state, is famed for its staggering beauty, unspoiled destinations, laid-back atmosphere, and above all, its good humored and high spirited people. The Georgians are naturally kind and generous and their hospitality is never annoying. You can expect to be treated like a king while visiting a Georgian home, just don't refuse a glass of wine to toast - that's what your host could consider quite rude.
4. Iranians
Outdoor cafe in Teheran, Iran. By tomallen
Iran's most precious jewel is its people. Lonely Planet calls them warm and fascinating people, and Will Hide, a London-based travel journalist writing for the Times, has concluded after returning from his trip to Iran that this country has the friendliest people in the world. The hospitality of ever-smiling Iranians is sincere and simple - they are always eager to help travelers, offer a cup of tea, pay for your lunch or invite home for dinner.
3. Canadians
Winter in Toronto, Canada. By somebody
According to the 2008 Nation Brand Index (created by Anholt and GfK Roper research agencies) that measures the world's perception of 50 nations by interviewing 20,000 adults from 20 countries, the friendliest nation in the world is Canada. This scientific approach to friendliness may seem a bit formal, but indeed, the Canadians are really quite hospitable and kind people. Lonely Planet even wonders how everyone can be so nice, given the weather. Living in the world's coldest country may be hard, but being ever-friendly despite the freezing cold is truly worthy of honors.
2. Australians
Latte. By su-lin
Friendly "G'day mate", "no worries", and a big smile offered by a total stranger in the street are guaranteed in Australia. Aussies are extremely laid-back and easygoing people, and their positive thinking mixed with the open minded attitude make travelers really feel at home in this remote country. The risk of feeling lonely while traveling alone throughout Australia is really low as and you can meet many locals eager to share the pint or the latte with you. Therefore, it is hardly a surprise that Australia earned the 2nd position on the Nation Brand Index list.
1. The Irish
St. Patrick's Day in Ireland. By twinxamot
In its Bluelist 2008 book, Lonely Planet nominated Ireland to the rank of the friendliest country in the world. Stirring up the discussion whether the Irish are less or more friendly than Iranians or Canadians is rather pointless, but the truth is that the Irish are sweet and kind people. They do complain about the weather, economic turndown and high prices, but in fact they are good-natured and likable people, ready to help the traveler anytime. Despite the weather, the agreeable nature of the inhabitants and Ireland's mind-blowing landscapes make the country one of the world's best travel destinations.
So what do you say? Do you agree, or would you put some other nations on your personal list of the friendliest nationalities?
I have only ever been to one of the countries on the list. As I am Australian I can say your on the money with us! And in my travels meeting Irish and Canadians I can agree they are extremely nice people and would doubt there would be much difference between those I've met and the rest of the countrymen and women.
Oh! That's why the IRA is located in Ireland.
And better than all off these, the ppl from Ghana...
I'd go with Scots. It's like Irish, with a bit less of the political fights. We do have a lot of lovely Irish folk here too...
i know a famous and very nice Georgian his name is Stalin
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India?
Tamil Eelam ?
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I found Australians to be mostly rude and aggresssive. They're usually assholes. Most of the friends I made in Australia were not Australian.
Most peoples default setting is friendly/helpful. Watch a toddler want to help mum with chores.
We sometimes forget with work and stress but deep down it's still there.
South Africans?
Not the most open, outgoing people, but once you get to know them they are really kind and helpful.
I agreed entirely with John. I have been working together with the Australians, been to their country also before and lived there for 2 years. I'm sorry to say that they are not really as what is mentioned in this blog. They are not laid back or as easy-going especially to the Asians, they even have a political party that are anti-asian before. I've never heard of any other country that has got such party.
Bollocks.
Does that retard not know that the IRA are from Northern Ireland which is a different country?
How about the Dutch? They are incredibly accepting of other cultures and are curious and warm.
@John and Daitako: It depends on where you go, and what you do. I do agree that rural Australia typically tends to be less accepting towards multiculturalism (and as an Asian who has lived in rural Australia, can attest to some hostile behaviour by my countrymen), but many Australians here truly are welcoming and friendly. The White Australia policy, which is perhaps what Daitako is referring to, was abolished permanently in 1975. As far as I'm aware, no political party has attempted to reinstate it since.
I have yet to meet an Australian who was "rude" or "aggressive"; though, having lived here for 10 years, I've noted that the Australian sense of humour tends to be a lot more deprecating and sarcastic than that of many nations, and that Australians do typically tend to be forthright about what we think and want. This may be mistaken for aggressiveness and/or rudeness; but rest assured, neither of these are the intention.
Having lived here for a decade, I might also mention that many Australians are open for a natter while waiting for a coffee, escalator, or yet another tardy Connex train. I've yet to meet an Australian who will rebuff a friendly advance (past the bogan, feral teenage phase, anyway), or be otherwise rude or unhelpful. So, speaking for my country, please don't judge all of us based on a few horrible experiences. Most of us are awesome people. Trust.
what about philippines
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i've got to say Switzerland, New Zealand and Japan have super friendly and nice people there!
Australia friendliest
. They are butchering Indian students in race-hate violence almost daily.
As long as it appeals to one's individual Ego..........a person or a city or a Country is nice...., but when an individual's ego is hurt......even a saint to him becomes his worst enemy...!!! Life's like that... hence I give no credence to this survey. All are nice in their own special way...there's no yardstick to measure goodness...
How can Ireland be the friendliest? It is illegal to say anything blasphemous, that isn't friendly that is fascist.
Australia? Really? They beat up a lot of Indians over there. Maybe some of them are only friendly if your skin's the right colour.
Mexico is the worst country for foreigners. This People make you feel an intruder, even if you have to work here and make a benefit for their country. It's terrible and awful.
I find this review incredibly inaccurate. I'm Irish and I think we could be probably the most miserable and spiteful people in the world!
After being in America, I think they are a lot friendlier, as are the Germans. Trust me, we are not friendly. We don't like you!
whishing to wipe another country off the map is one of the many signs of Iranian hospitality! Are you nuts?
YA,,, Iranian is Really friendlies...
Iranians are absolutely friendly.Don't consider their un-elected president.They are warm,welcoming and helpful people.
You are damn right. Australians are friendly. Iranians too. I am both.
This page is very interesting; it's just going to be a constant exchange of different people's judgements of other countries based on their experiences with select people. Some people are assholes, others are extremely friendly. Though their culture may cause them to present themselves in different ways, there are nice and not-so-nice people everywhere you go. It's just a matter of communication or lack there of that leads to such generalizations.
first time i traveled to Iran as a tourist, i absolutely loved it. later I married one back in the US! they are so wonderful and friendly.
JUST IRAN...IRAN...IRAN
Yeah I found iranians very very lovely,they are so warm and respectable
It's funny how people make generalised comments like: Ronald "whishing to wipe another country off the map is one of the many signs of Iranian hospitality! Are you nuts?" Ronald how many states, oh i mean countries, have you been to? Wtf? Anybody who has travelled knows Iran and Georgia have to be up there. Stop stereotyping and start understanding the difference between politics and people.
Gotta love the Egyptians -they're definitely on of the friendliest!
Viva Georgia
Iranians are certainly the kindest, as for canadians, they are very polite, but kindness depends on which part of canada you visit (you have to remember it's the second largest country in the world). I also can't argue with the Irish being on the list, but would certainly add Brazilians and Koreans, as I haven't met people as friendly as them
kosesher
bullshit there aint no such a thing!
Iranians are the first, they are always there for you, they dnt care what is your nationality, forget about their government, they hate them as well. also if you travel, you will find how smart they are, most of them can discuss very complicated political issues with you. Have been there 3 times, and now everywhere I go, they are my first priority to develop friendship. I am European, not sure about Irish, cant compare the way we people are. when you are friend with Iranian, it seems you are already their family member. would be better to add some Latin Americans.
I'd tend to Agree with Sara regarding Canadians and and their friendliness being conditional on where in Canada you are. Try the Maritime provinces on the East Coast, Northern Canada (Yellowknife), or Alberta for great hospitality and genuine friendliness. -I also find this list quite ironic as I'm Canadian, dating a wonderful Iranian girl, and we both live in Melbourne, Australia!
I'm Iranian and I'm living in Canada. I've just a few Canadian friends but they are very kind and polite
Jack (Irish), you're being a bit harsh. Yes, there is a lot of begrudgery in Ireland. I can't really say why that is. I think the climate has a LOT to do with it. I don't think you can say to all other nations "we hate you". You know as well as I know that there's really only one nation we truly hate!
I find that being Irish in America is a BIG advantage. I'm here right now and I can do no wrong in their eyes. Most Americans I've met (Californians this time 'round) are super-friendly and have such a positive attitude. It's refreshing. I would like to see how they'd handle 13 months of rain, though...
P.S. I love that the two women representing Ireland up there are actually Americans at the Patrick's Day parade. The irony.
it's funny how australians, irish, and canadians have a lot in common. Canada and australia are both colonies, filled to the brim with irish ancestry. It's actually quite a nice thought.
Yes I agree Iranian are very friendly as I know some of them in Singapore.
Beating up Indians? Anti-Asian? Please, look at the STATISTICS and FACTS before posting such utter nonsense. Slaves to the media =='
If you think Australia is dangerous, try living in the favelas of Rio. Scores have died in Pakistan this week alone, including people part of a wedding procession.
Georgians are the friendliest people I have met in my entire life, but that was back in 80s, and I have not been to Georgia since than, I am sure its different now since all of those event that started in past years but back then it was amazing, you did not need an invitation ever, you are a guest and deserve the best there is. I wonder if its still the same...
Iranians are really friendly and extremely smart . I mean you can not believe how intelligent they are .They love to have guests and consider it as a blessing to their home .They are always there for you and do not hesitate to help you by any means they can. I think they should go fist on the list my friend .
I am a Malaysian-Chinese and I say, Iranian FTW! Australians? Not at all. I've visited many parts of Australia before and have plenty of friends and relatives there. Aussies are racists, rude and not helpful at all.
John- I would love to know where you got the idea that say anything blasphemous is illegal. I am Irish and that is so not true-you may want to throw away whatever article/book you saw that in.
Jack- Please don't speak out for all Irish people, we all don't hate every foreigner-i find that to be a minority of mostly ignorant and non educated people.
Base on my experience, it's the Australian who are the friendliest. Why? it's because though they are mad at you, they 'll say it in a nice way.
The Point Brisbane
Iranians are the best! I haven't travelled to Iran but have met some of them in other countries and they are wonderful! and you're right, extremely intelligent!
Having lived in Canada for many years I should note, it's hard to make a statement about how Canadians are because they're all from different cultural backgrounds. As a general rule, Canadians are polite, they aren't very friendly. I would say Americans can be very rude and are less politically correct, but are a warmer people. I've also lived in Australia and the people there can be very arrogant and ignorant. Irish folk are pretty friendly but not so much. Iranians are generally very friendly and educated. My other favorites are Brazilians and Salvadorians. When Indians are nice, they're very nice.
I have met several people from different nations and I agree with your rating, also Americans are great, but Iranians are just wonderful!
I believe that people are usually very happy .....
It's painful how people make generalized judgments! Please understand that stupid so called "president” Ahamadineajd!! is the result of coup d’état of militants can you see he is killing his own people? Do not judge a nation with a president! If we do so all the nations should be considered bad! Just travel there and then judge! Guys believe me, Iranians are very friendly and welcoming.
I wanna say please neglect ahmadinejad, come and see iran, then U'll see what the real iran is
I think the most friendliest nations are Australian Iranian, lol
Welcome to Georgia!
To Garry: The answer is yes, Georgians are the same way, warm inviting and willing to give you the last of whatever they have. I don't know about the rankings, I am not interested in competition really, I just invite all of you to travel to Georgia and have a wonderful experience of beautiful landscapes, ancient culture and wonderful people. Enjoy.
the irish #1?! lol
georgia georgia!!! I suggest to visit this country
i am Georgian and i wanna say in cities its hard to meet with friendly ppl.. but on country side ull find many many friendly, lovely and beautiful ppl. some of ppl have mentioned here, they will give u the last they have, thats true.. and georgian landspaces are wonderful.. ull really enjoy traveling to georgia.. id invite and meet anybody to travel with in georgia anytime
glad to hear this.
i'm from Georgia 
Georgia... I have spent there the time of my life
Georgia is the best!!!
Georgia is one of the best countries
)) I love Georgia 
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Cypriots and Greeks are also known to be friendly and hospitable, although in tourist destinations the hospitality is because they want to sell you something: food, alcohol or whatever. In europe, Czech, Dutch and Estonians are also very friendly.
Generally speaking, poorer people are more hospitable. Those who have little to share would be more willing to share it than those who have more to share. Perhaps that is why they are poor, since if rich people share what they have they wouldn't be so rich after all.
I have seen friendly people in many countries.
However I find Australians rude and without a sense of humour. Canadians can also be full of themselves. But it all depends on the person. I have Swedish friends who are very friendly, and Canadians who aren't very.
Love your blog. However, Canada is not the coldest country in the world.
No more than we say "aboot"
Persian hospitality!!! That's IRAN
Australia seems pretty nice, if you're not a woman, a person of color, or (god forbid) a woman of color.
a lovely place to go if you don't mind hearing the phrase 'dirty mexican' ( the accepted slang for the indigenous people in Australia) and being constantly sexually harassed.
I think i would put America as the nicest. I read that since we have so much money, we are the best, which makes us the nicest, right?
Georga - forever!!!! Great country indeed!!!
i am a filipino; love my Iranian friend Sussan. She is the kindest, friendliest and sincerest person I ever met. And most of the Iranian people are great, and very intelligent.
I guess it depends on the experience you might have in each country, I've seen many being offended or pleased despite the ranking above. I would rather put Georgia on the first place just because of one comment: "they might give you the last they have". It's always easy to be friendly when your stomach and pocket is full, but the challenge is when you yourself have nothing and try to share it with the others!
Iranian wants to help everyone,they are very responsible and friendly to the others.the country is very beautiful and the ppl are the friendiest ever,go and see IRAN
GEORGIA _ is THE BEST!!! trust me
Vanuatu!
Well, as the comments above show, America sure isn't one of them...
Number one should be Turkish people. They are really awesome people. Yes I m Turkish, but even If i were not Turkish I would say the same thing.
What about serbs and Serbia, I think they're very friendly.
What about serbs and Serbia, I think they're very friendly.
yes,i agree Iranians are very friendly and kind people,and when they accepted u in their family u become part of it.So i m very proud cause i m going to marry my Ahmad
I am Australian and I think we are friendly people. I haven't seen any Australian being rude or mean to a foreigner.
I've been to Iran two times so far and I also have a few Iranian friends here.
I have to say I find them really friendly, kind and caring.
They are also very polite and If you just get to know them a little bit you'll see that's because of the great culture they had once and now is not beeing seen by the world because of the terrible government.
Canadians are not friendly but polite
I'm Iranian and currently living in UK. I strongly can say Iranians are one of the friendliest nations in world. we have a proverb says "guests are friend of God" and we always try to satisfy our guests. If you come to my home, its the biggest favor you can do for me.
in every place you can find friendly people even in the north pole so but with your report i really like to visit all these country ............
Persian hospitality!!! That's IRAN
Well as a german tourist i've visited all these countries exept IRAN and i admire and agree. All these Nations are friendly and Kind. But about IRANIANS: I gotta have some PERSIAN freinds here in Germany, whom are truly nice and friendly and also clever Engineers !
Greeting and Dorood to all Iranians from Nürnberg/Germany
Thanks Christian. Dorood to you as well
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dear persian fariborz, i'm not a fan of Facebook or... but i trust kindness of iranians. Maybe next time i travel to Rasht, Qoramabad and Tabriz (hometowns of my Iranian freinds) which seem nice among the Pictures that i've seen.
Viele Grusse und Dorood as well
Christian
Iranians are one of the best... Well, you can't say that ALL of them are great; which is not right for any other nations neither... But I can say that you can find some really great friends amongst them; which I'm already lucky because of that!
at the moment I am not in Iran. I am in Manchester for studing. but you are very welcome to Iran.if you go there I recommend you Tehran, Isfehan(Capital of art in middle east Persepolise and shiraz (city of poem and Grape).
I have got lot of lovely german clasmate. you are new one
Viele grusse( I leart a polite german Word)
Thanks Jane you are very kind
Hi,
Ireland is the most friendly country I have been. I am from Chile (Sotuh America) and I look like a latin-hispanic. I have been in the US for 2 years and I know at least 9 cities, I have also visited many countries in Europe. I felt people in Ireland very easy-going and friendly... once I wasn't carrying cash with me and the guy at the store told me to come back tomorrow to pay!!! May be was something particular, but, from my experience, in general I agree that Irish are the top friendly people in the world.
BTW, I also know many people from Iran and they are very friendly too...
I disagree totally with the Australian part.Most are self righteous racist people who love to put down anyone with meaningless jokes and racial slurs.Its the way of life which they are proud of in Australia. Never get any smiles ,if you do nothing sincere about it.
I totally agree with the Iranians/Persians and the Canadians.Ive heard Canadians are very polite and welcoming people.I have to admit I dont know much about the Georgians,but the Irish people are always fun to be around too.
I'm an Iranian and so happy to see my country in your list
I always wish that one day my country run by normal people so that every one can come and see how nice our people are. Thank you 
Iranian (Persian) boyz n gals r so kind. loving all people around the world. Also first human rights was introduced by Persians (Cyrus The Great Cylinder 600 BC; the world’s first charter of human rights in the British Museum in London.)
I believe there is a proportional relation between education and being racist over the globe. I have not seen or met any racist intellectual in my life.
As an international delegate for tea industry, I have to say people in Iran and Georgia are the most friendly, helpful and hospitable ones in the World. Iranians I guess should go on top of the list.
the top 3 on the list is only true for white people speaking english language.
I'm an Iranian and so glad for all above ideas about my country. I believe that if we can open the door of our country to other people and boost the tourism industry in Iran, other countries will know Iranian, better.
Iranians and people from kenya are probably the nicest... considering the fact that i'm half-Iranian half kenyan. but i would like to go to the other nations listed to see actually how nice their people are...
Iranians friendly? I suppose that's true, unless you're a Jew.
How did Australia get here? Wasn't it the one who had staged skin-head attacks on immigrants a while back?
I'm just going to ignore TheMaster's ignorant comment since I, in fact, am an Iranian JEW.
I don't mean to brag but I do think Iranians are pretty friendly, and I'm Canadian too, they're very friendly as well [except in Toronto...]. I'd love to visit Georgia one day, it seems very diverse. I would reccomend to add a country but to be honest I'm not sure who else to add, maybe India?
Just wanted to let people know that Iranians aren't racist and our gov doesn't represent us! Oh, and not all Iranians are Persian, I myself am Azeri and only 50% of Iranians are Persian. Cheers =)
If Iranians (those who actually live in Iran, since this whole forum is about friendly nations, not ethic groups) are so friendly to Jews, why doesn't Sahand line in Iran?
If Iranians (those who actually live in Iran, since this whole forum is about friendly nations, not ethic groups) are so friendly to Jews, why doesn't Sahand live in Iran? (Sorry for the earlier miss-spelling)
Ah yes, regarding Sahand's initial comment ("ignore TheMaster [who is] ignorant")---I guess this must be a perfect example of a friendly Iranian. I'm glad to see that Iranians are such a friendly and diverse group, always open to sharing ideas and different points of view.
I am an Iranian, you can't believe how warm and friendly are Koreans! It surprises me they are not on the list!
I have been to most regions except Georgia so I can't vouch for the Georgians. The survey is correct that all the other 4 countries are some very friendly folks. The Irish is quite warm. But Iranians top the list in generosity and hospitality. Too bad the politics of the day have given them a bad rap. Ask anyone on the street for directions. Not only will they be as helpful as possible, they may actually take you there. They may invite you, a complete stranger from a different country, to their homes where they'll treat you royally. They HUMBLE you with their hospitality, and I do mean HUMBLE. They do it even though they know there is no chance you'll ever return their kindness as you are a lowly tourist who will disappear soon. I know I can never repay Iranians for the way they have always treated me, so I use the mantra of "pay it forward" and try to be nice to everyone.
to THe Master,
to The Master : Just our government has problem with Jewish. We are proud of our Jewish people. and we are sorry for all this discrimination. Hope we can celebrate free Iran soon
To the Master,
My friend, please review Jewish history and then you will realize that Jewish and Persians (now called Iranians) have a long friendly history. I personally had several Iranian-Jewish friend in Iran, I have non-Iranian Jewish friend here in the States. I love them. Event here in USA we are so proud of Iranian-Jewish community. Please don't judge a nation with stupid behavior of their dictatorship government. I am sure Sahand and lots of his Moslem, Cristian, Jewish, etc friend left the county because they couldn't stand our stupid government's policies anymore.
Best Regards,
Hooman
I married an iranian men I met in colledge, We have been together for over 20 years. After getting to know him and their culture I can honestly say they are the most friendliest, warmest and most passionate people I've ever met. Their food is to die for. Their gatherings are family oriented and filled with music and poetry. I truly am locky.
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Read the history,
Georgia once was a state of Iran,
Most of Iranian Immigrants now live in Canada and Australia and Britain,
Simply Iranian Culture dominates the world !
Oh, I forgot to say , Iranian people were full supporters of Irish freedom activists.
Here in Tehran we named an street after one martyr of them, Bobby Sands.
The funniest thing is the British Embassy located on that street , LOL.
As an Iranian I am highly delighted to see Iran on this list - thanks for being able to distinguish between our politcs and our culture. Come over for dinner, if you want
To all those who have commented upon my concerns regarding Jews in Iran, thank you for your viewpoint. I much prefer a reasoned opinion as opposed to being called "ignorant" (such as Sahand did, but will not bother with any reasoned, polite response). What does seem clear to me is that all those responding, while they may be Persian, do not actually live in Iran. As I said earlier, this forum is about friendly nations, not about expatriots. As such, I still wonder about Iranian (the nation) friendliness to Jews. Since the revolution, the Jewish population has dropped to 1/4 what it was before, while the overall Iranian population has almost doubled. There are far more Jews living in Germany than there are in Iran. While there is certainly an active Jewish community in Iran, it's clear they are persecuted. The Holocaust-denier despots that run Iran make it quite difficult for Jews.
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I think Irish people are super nice and I love their accent, the same goes for the Australians.
The Persians in Iran are definitely nice, however I can't say the same for the persians living in Los Angeles. I have to say they are one of the rudest people, maybe its Los Angeles I don't know. I think they have to really get over themselves. Very very very materialistic people. Again maybe it is LA, but I don't think so. Some of them have come to the USA and got carried away. They think money is everything.
theMaster: As an Iranian Christian - yes living in exile - I am the last person who would ever support the Islamic Republic. Having said that, the Jews in Iran are protected and have spokespersons in the parliament, something that many western governments do not have. We have wonderful synagogues and all Iranians in Iran are very proud of our Jewish heritage and Mizrachi culture. Furthermore, the Jews in Iran are alltogether considered as IRANIANS whereas the Jews in Germany are - sad but true - not really considered to be "Germans" in the classical sense. I know this because I have many jewish friends in Germany and live here, too. If there is a minority in Iran that is persecuted it's the Bahai and definitively not the Jews. Nevertheless, let's not stray off topic, the couple of times I've been in Iran I was spoiled because everyone treated me like a queen and the hospitality is just breathtaking and I am very happy about the fact that Iran is listed here.
Usaborn: I know what you mean. Unfortunately I acknowledged the same. Am Iranian myself and went to Los Angeles and some of the Iranians I have met there are indeed quite full of themselves and brag around like there's no tomorrow, then again this list talks about the persons in the countries and not in diaspora I guess. The people IN Iran, wonderful and have a heart of gold.
i'm an iranian that grew up in Los Angeles and i agree that iranians are very friendly. but i'm not the only one who thinks this... i have many non-iranian friends from all over the world who think the same about us. they love the food, the culture, and the amazing hospitality. If you get a chance to visit the middle east, you will find Iran to be one of the most interesting and hospitable cultures. give it shot...don't let the media fool you. we're a giving culture and love to meet new types of people visiting our country.
i also do not think australians should be in the top 5. they have been known to be very racist to foreigners visiting their country. ridiculous that they are even mentioned in the top 5.
I'm happy there are some who understand the difference between the occuping regime in Iran and it's people and culture,the civilized Iran who had the greatest empires on the earth ever belongs to 2500 years ago, and it was Islam that ruined our land and freedom but people kept their kindess and friendlyness they had from thousands years ago with them + pay attention that Georgia has been part of Iran for years .... God bless you all
I'm an Iranian, living in Iran and one of my best friends is Jewish. She has had many great opportunities to go abroad, and she has lived in Paris for a year and visited the US several time, but she has stayed in Iran despite all that foreigners think is going on for Jews in Iran... I think that explains something about the culture...
i love all countries but IRAN is herat of the world
Been to Iran and Australia...whereas I do not understand why Australia is listed here, IRAN SHOULD BE No. 1. Those Iranian people are so wonderful, heartwarming, hospitable and have a great culture. Unfortunately, the only thing we hear in the media is related to antisemitic, holocaust denying and nuclear sh.t. Never has a country been pictured soo wrong in the media like Iran. In fact Iranians are so proud of their well treatment of jews since the Persian history started. I guess from all the countries in the world, Iran has been friendliest and most tolerant towards Jews. I will never forget Iran and want to visit it as soon as possible again.
Iranians (IN iran) would absolutely top my list. Ive been lucky enough to do some globetrotting, and i have to say the average Iranian is almost pathologically friendly. Particularly so for the educated. [They have an elaborate cultural practice called 'ta'arof' in which they are 100% obliged to be excessively polite, offering things like tea, food, etc. 3 times or more until a final refusal... for the record, this doesn't mean they always mean it!... but usually they do]...They are also quite opinionated and distrustful of authority, however, their political history probably making the country susceptible to overly elaborate conspiracy theories and [by necessity?] are often quite comfortable with 'bending' the truth..In any case, while i admire elements of islam, i come from a non-Muslim background, and encountered zero hositility whatsoever in Iran. Zero. Just friendliness.
Georgia is also a wonderful country, but the ppl in the city arent so friendly as those in the countryside may be. The food, though, is absolutely incredible. Thats basically why i went!!
BTW im Canadian, and i have to say that we're very polite, but not partiuclarlly easy to befriend.
Egyptians i found quite helpful...often surprisingly so. E.g. Fully veiled women offering thorough, friendly directions.
All the Australians ive met have been very open, for better or for worse. IIl leave it there.
georgia is the best!!!!! love you!!!!
Oh, Georgia is really wonderful country, I went there last summer, and I came back to UK very surprised, because couldnot emagine so warm feelings and hospitality from people, and about meals? nature? wine? you cant see anything else better, I will not forget Georgia never.
Long live GEORGIA
p.s. its very mistake who wrote here that Georgia sometimes was a part of IRAN, its wrong and dont belive, I know history of this region very good, so I love Iranians too, but Geoergians are thi BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Georgians looks like friendly, but they are wearing masks. Big nationalists, and self-lovers. Their friendly is the cost of long iranian invasion. Most of west georgians are same blood with iranians, but georgians treat you like god, untill you live their house,and after that they take their masks off; Iraniians treat you like equal person with respect. I would believe Iranians
to ok --- "most of west georgians are same blood with iranians" -- false.
and your opinion is nationalistic
to ok-- Even if they’re wearing masks to please you, what’s the difference for you
?
And how do you know what they do after you leave their house
p.s.- Iran is closer to east Georgia….
Stalin, Beria, Saakashwili ... The best presentation for Georgians
Georgians are "very friendly to their neighbors : Osetians, Abchazians, Armenians, Turks, and Armenians".
OK- Are you russian? Long live Georgia, maybe they feel nationalistic because countries like iran , russia, turkey for centuries tried to assimilate them. You could not do it ofcourse. I believe all nations are great and you can meet friendly people everywhere. But after I visited Georgia, God bless that beautiful land and people
Paris - Poor russians. You want to make evals from them. I am not russian, but lived in Georgia for 20 years. Why I know them much better. Georgians want to be assimilated by Europe. Their half of population moved to Russia and Europe. And the major business of them is the SHOPLIFTING. And they are best in that!!
To ok.
Look boddy,
Concern people how you would want that they concerned you also you will not have problems.
About SHOPLIFTING - That was so fun..
So, Georgians do Shoplifting just for so big fun?
Welcome everybody to Georgia!
Georgians thiefs exspect to get your wallets
Someone mentioning Stalin here, must know that the friendliness of the nation is not measured by one man, even if he is very infamous. Every nation in the world has its villain. Just visit Georgia. Cheers.
Georgia is widely open to vacabis terrorist. Even , if they say , Americans are best friends ,yesterday, was bloody fighting between americans marins. and georgians. So , Welcome to Gyurdgistan(Georgia)
to OK - just relax, armenian bro! we know that you guys love us so much! i guess one day armenia will be in first 100 of such list! be happy!
///Georgia is widely open to vacabis terrorist. ///
You are a liar. I guess, propagandist or zombi from Russia.
Georgians are big liars and dont like their neighbors
truth to say, Russia was the first seed-plot in Caucasus. Basaev (who was agent of KGB) the first terorist on Caucasus, who realized the genocide against georgians and some other nationalities in Abkhazia, Georgia.
Looks like russians fight the war in Chechnya against the agent of KGB, with full support those agents from Georgia
Stalin was Georgian by blood, but not by mentality. By mentality he was Russian, who likes to destroy everything around itself. Some info: last year before Russian aggression against Georgia on Russian leading TV - RTR- was performed multi-month voting among the Russians to determine the "Name of Russia". Do you know the results? During several months Stalin was the leader, but the Kremlin would not like to unveil the truth face of Russia and after Kremlin's intervention (this is Russian kind of democracy
Stalin occupied the 10th place, and Lenin - another outstanding personality from Russia occupied the following 11th place! Viva to Russia))))
some correction: Stalin occupied the honourable 3rd place
Even , you are saluting for Russia, I don't think they are friendly. Ask Jewish(1917-193
,French (1812), and German (1941-1945) people about that
All 5 countries were colonies or invided by GB, for different time period. That more it was coloniezed, than friendlier the country
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So, Georgians do Shoplifting just for so big fun?
to ok,
What do you want son? Are you envy Georgians?
MostInteresting: "All 5 countries were colonies or invided by GB, for different time period. That more it was coloniezed, than friendlier the country"
Weird....when was Iran colonized/invaded by Britain? Sure in the past the UK meddled in Iranian affairs (Mossadegh etc.) but Iran was NEVER a colony of Britain, which makes the whole meddling thing even worse!!
The Anglo-Soviet invasion of Iran was the invasion of the Imperial State of Iran by British, Commonwealth, and Soviet armed forces, codenamed Operation Countenance, from August 25, 1941 to September 17, 1941. The purpose of the invasion was to secure Persian oil fields and ensure supply lines
By DNA Stalin is close to osetians. But he is ethnical georgian, who lived in russia. If he would live in France, he could act as frenchman, and so on and so on. In the movie, you mention, people want the order, why they choose Stalin.
to 9:27 AM:
This is the constatation of the fact
I'd have to add Scotland and Italy -- beautiful, hospitable, friendly people. I do agree -- all countries on the list are friendly -- Georgia, Iran, Australia, Canada and Ireland. I've also heard wonderful things about Thailand, but haven't visited myself yet.
Iranian are the best people that I have visited through my life!
I would replace Georgia with the Italy
I am so proud to be an Iranian-Canadian.
Canadians are definitely the politest in the world and very friendly if you exclude Quebec and Toronto.
Irish are super friendly,Aussies are great too but some are very arrogant which very unfortunately gives a bad reputation to all.
Georgia,Now you are on my list to visit as i have visited 55 countries in the world.i would LOVE suggestions from georgian friends here to when and where to go in georgia,i could only spare 5 days at most for my vacation.
Israelis are the friendliest. How did you miss it. They always throw sweets on their neighbors the Palestinians.
I believe that Iranians really should top the list. Not only because hospitality is their national sport, but also since most Iranians are unhappy with their government's stance in the world, they go further out of the way to be friendly to others.
I believe Israelies and Iranian are frendliest in the world.do Iranian "people" treat the same with Afghani people as they do with poeple from other western contries?
Atithi Devo Bhava: The guest is God!
Well thats in India!
Atithi Devo Bhava: The guest is God!
Well thats in India!
I'm Canadian. Thanks! I agree, especially Newfoundlanders. But to remind everyone out there: Canada's only cold in the winter! Summers are hot hot hot!
I'd like to nominate Americans. As individuals, they are the friendliest people I have ever met next to Newfoundlanders.
I was very impressed by the graciousness of the Iranians here. You represent your people very well. I was already saddened by the recent political violence in Iran and hope your nation will find a peaceful solution to end the climate of fear. There were some very brave people in Iran who protested and stood up to the beatings by the Basij militia.
I agree about Iraninan people they are really so nice and kind
you have to be crazy to claim aussies to be second best!!! They are the most racist country. It is not xenophobia, its plain racism. Check statistics on that.
you have to be crazy to claim aussies to be second best!!! They are the most racist country. It is not xenophobia, its plain racism. Check statistics on that.
which place are you talking about?
I think it's true about Iran. I recommend you to visit. I think they deserve more reputation. Though terrible kind of government they have!
Of course Iranian are #1
For confirmation, please check the people who knows Iranian people.
Did I hear over and over that Iranians are friendly and kind.........Of course they are No.1
I have been to Serbia before the bombings and found them to be the nicest, un-predjuced people I have ever met. I dont know how they are now, that Kosovo the birthplace of their Orthodox religion was taken from them. At the Holocost museum in Israel there is a monument stone to the Serbs that protected and died for protecting the Jews from the Germans when they invaded Serbia. They are in my estimation not only kind but also brave people.
C'mon..Lonely Planet made a mistake by nominating Ireland to the rank of the friendliest country in the world but that doesnt mean the mistake b repeated..
The majority of 'em is just a bunch of drunk lazy lunatics [Both Men and Women i.e.!]..All they do all day is Smoke, Drink, Vomit, throw eggs at Cars, people and whtsoevr they fancy..
I've been to a lot of places, and I've never come across a more friendly and helpful people than the Portuguese. Everyone is more than willing to go out of his or her way to help a foreign stranger, and they're always up for a friendly conversation or giving the best local advice.
Yes I believe Canadians are the best in this world.
I have been living in Canada over 2 decades and
I enjoy every minute of meeting Canadians.
Love you Canada!
Traveling abroad is my interest, but my destinations mostly in Asia, not been in Canada. Know I know more about it and wish to be there once. Thanks for your post.
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Thanks to my one of Iranian friend who brought me this much close to u all.I found most people they love Iran as well as its people.I know about Iranian culture and civilisation by study of history.It is my heartiest wish to visit historical and religious sites there,but i belong a middle class family and can not afford to travel.My dream will remain a dream.In the end i would rather say u all please respect all nation,love all humen.Love is great lear it.I m a muslim from India i m proud to be indian.Long live India.
We IRANIANS are warm and friendly...our hospitality is famous all over the world...though, we are not that friendly with each other...but still,we are fine...
Polish people are friendly.
Friendly people are friendly.
as a christian iranian and as someone who has been to every country in Asia, Europe, and Americas, I must say that Iranians are number one in kindness, politeness, and hospitality, none other comes close.
Italians and Greeks are distant second.
i'm an iranian, leaving in iran. i'm very proud of my country. it's the home of many many great men and women which might never be known to the world. we always love forigners but most foriegners have attacked us in different ways. this country is a heaven on earth. unfortunately it's political situation makes living there very hard and frustrating
Australia absolutely deserves to be in the top 5 of this list,you will not meet more friendly people than aussies.The are extremely friendly people,and to those saying they are racist or arrogant,you have no idea what you are talking about.They extremely down to earth and humble.Australia deserves to be number 1 on this list no doubt.
Canadians are also very nice people.Irish i dont believe are overly friendly,well not enough to be top 5 in this list anyway.
Costa Ricans
? Pura Vida!
The thai people are pretty friendly
- im from the UK, we can be pretty friendly but not as much as the aussies and the irish
I would say Ecuador has very friendly people and they love tourists, they are very generous and willing to help them!
I would say Ecuador has very friendly people and they love tourists, they are very generous and willing to help them!
The Iranians @ # 4 plz...Yes they are friendly but only towards certain ethnicity, just ask this of any Afghani that lives in Iran.
brazilians!!!!
Dangerous nations of planet
1. Turks
2.Kazaks
3.Uzbeks
4.Turkmens
...
The Irish are indeed very accommodating and friendly to visitors. WRT the IRA comment above: it's just foreign invaders we have a problem with. And it should be noted that the modern IRA has been infiltrated by Marxism and hasn't represented the ordinary nationalists' beliefs for decades. e.g. modern Sinn Fein's support for abortion.
the majority of Canadians are friendly, and accepting of any culture since everyone here is from somewhere else. The place in Canada that could take Canada off this list is Quebec. French Canadians can be very unhelpful and refuse to speak english in some places, making it difficult to travel.
People of Iran R very polite and friendly,also I would say swiss should be in list too
I am Irish living in america for years ,I really believe that the irish are one of the friendliest race of people in the world nothing surpasses their wonderful sense of humour and their great sense of compassion towards their brothers ,I can also say with all honesty americans in general are very warm people and outside of ireland I would rater live here than any other country in the world .I hope to someday visit Iran and then I will be able to give my opinion .
Once 3 men were sent to the same city by a king. when the 3 men returned they were asked of their opinion. 1 said, he did not like the city as gambling was an issue there 2 said he loved it as great food was shared by warm people and 3 said he left early since law enforcement was not just. same city. 1 was a gambeler 2 loved food and 3rd was a trouble maker.
actually we are not anymore.
I'm Irish living in America and married to a Cypriot. Mankind is friendly once you venture out of cities. The friendliest country I was ever in was Thailand. I find American's to be very friendly - but I don't know if that's just because I"m Irish and they love my 'cute brogue'
I concur about the Georgians, I spent 4 months there. Extremely friendly.
Non-concur about the Australians. They're not bad, but their reputation as super-friendly is way overblown.
Tibet?!
sminto antony, i take it you've never been to Ireland, "drunk lazy lunatics, vomiting and throwing eggs at cars and people all day" !!! not the most intelligent remark to make.
I do love this country under it all " Father dear I often hear you speak of eires ilse .. they say she is a lovely land wherein a prince may dwell"
I cant belive the Thai people wern't on this list!! they are soo friendly. I was there earlier this week & walking round the streets, all I saw was smiles on peoples faces & I heard my fair share of "sawadee ka(p)'s" [hello] (:
I agree with those comments that state Canada is polite but sometimes unfriendly...we can be quite passive aggressive at times, but we will always hold a door open and smile. I find in Canada, the most friendly are those from Cape Breton Nova Scotia, I have never so many nice people and I live in Alberta. Also people from rural areas in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. I like people from Toronto but I have to agree that they can be rude as well (but there may be a bias here because there is kind of an east vs west thing here in Canada, a rivalry if you will). If your feeling lonely here, just go to a local pub and watch a hockey game and strike up a conversation about it and people will warm up to you right away over a pint of some amazing beer.
@ all those who said Aus is racist, almost all of those who are racist are immigrants from parts of eourope, and many aren't citizens...
LOL Im from Georgia and we arent freindly. IN fact, yud better be careful if your an outsider, but epsecially if yur a damn yankee. I am a few hours outside of Atlanta, so its not like im a real redneck but id rather be a redneck then a stoopid new york city bignose who cant handle himself in a fite.
Also- I cant believe no one knew that georgia isnt a nation but a state in the usa..lol idoits.
I FOUND THAT NEWZEALAND IS VERY DANGEROUS AND IM FROM USA ,, ME AND MY WIFE WENT TO AUCKLAND CITY AND AS WE ARRIVED TO THE AIRPORT IT LOOKED BEUTIFULL THEN WE WENT THROUGH THE INNER CITY SUBURBS OF SOUTH AUCKLAND TOTTALY LOST, SO WE PULLED OVER TO ASK FOR DIRECTIONS AND THIS YOUNG MAORI BOY (ABORIGIONALS OF NEWZEALAND) SAID HE KNEW WHERE I WAS TALKING ABOUT AND TO WAIT WHILE HE GOT A MAP, IT STARTED TO GET DARK AND MY WIFE SAID THAT IT DIDNT LOOK SAFE AOUND HERE NEXT MINUT WE ARE GETTING SHOT AT BY A GROUP OF THUGS IT WAS FREIGHTNING 9 BULLETS HIT THE CAR SMASHING TWO WINDOWS... AND TO TOP IT OFF THE NEXT WEEK GOT ROBBED AT GUNPOINT IN A GAS STATION .
yes newzealand can be very dangerous exspecially parts of auckland city ,, i have been shot at numerous times for nothing at all,, its prodomintly the maori polynesians a very powerfull built race,
My husband recently went to newzealand for work and said it was a very laid back country untill the night comes its a hell hole he said a little kid about ten years of age confronted him with gun asking for his wallet or he would die
Actually your list is slightly off. Number on are the native Fijians, Australians 2d, Kiwis 3rd.
To the poster named "You are all stoopid" (sic)- are you joking me? You really have the nerve to call other people stupid, when you don't realize that Georgia is also the name of a country?
And when you want to call other people idiots, or stupid, you should at least learn to spell the words.
That is funny.
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Hawaii should be up there, even if it's apart of the US
New Zealand? dangerous? haha hardly, maybe in south auckland. i've lived here all my life in various places and never been robbed or shot at or assulted, not even bullied! you obviously need to explore the other parts. go to dunedin, you wont regret it!
Dear all,
please make it clear if you want to talk about the politics of Iran (government) or the culture. I personally can go into a more appropriate forum and argue about the internal and international politics of Iran. Don't just close your eyes and open your mouth and say "most Iranians are unhappy with their government's stance in the world". despite the 2009 election you are still saying the same thing.
the majority voted for AMNJD. If not what is your logical proof? Don't say to me all that crap.
85% of the nation participated in the election and chose a representative for the Islamic republic or Iran. they chose from the candidates who were all "filtered" by the gaurdian council which you people think works under the supervision of the supreme leader and the government. Think again and again.
Total bullshit, chinese are the best. Follow closely by Korean, Africans, and Palestineans.
White people are never friendly. Hehehehehehehe
The very fact that Australia is ranked amongst the top friendliest countries in the world absolutely devoids any credibility of these rankings.
Mate. Aussie's are great, so are the Irish but you know if you meet people with a friendly smile anywhere in the World you will get back what you give out.
With some exceptions; the Swedes are suspicious of anyone with a smile
Now, go and get as much joy as you can every day. Take care
USA USA USA!!! Well, my house anyway.
that's right,u would have a trip to iran to believe it.even in spring & summer it's wonderful.
If you think Australians are the most friendliest places on earth. Look what they did the the indigenous population!
Look on youtube and search for cronulla riots. Sydney.
im australian and i can agree with these people. i call people rasist names and make fun of those stupid asians while swilling beer and spitting at them say "get the hell out of my country !" why not? no woman is safe on the street. oh yeah we kill indians on sight so just a word of warning but hey no worries aye? cant even take your kid to the shops (probably because of all these foreign buggers of course). i cant stand anyone here that isnt white or male (unless i want some then any woman on the street will do. no kiddin look at the stats!!
). and everyone one here thinks like that unless they're foreign , black or female.Go Aussie!
I'd like to meet those Georgian gals. They look really friendly.
The world is a mirror, my friends. You see yourself in others. I've travelled the world and found smiling helpful people everywhere!
We are laid back easy going but also upfront in your face if you do not honor our country our laws,our right to free speech,our right to chose what religion we want.Too many immigrants come to this country and try to change us and our ways.We don't try to change others. If you don't like our ways the my word you are free to go back to the hellhole you left.Yes come here .leave your bad habits behind.
Dave the riots were started by middle eastern immigrants children who do not realise that if they are born here they are Australian.THEY burned OUR flag not the other way around.We Aussies do not carry knives,guns, machetes when we go out at night to enjoy ourselves.The Aboriginal thing happened over 200 years ago its time you got over it.Take a look at what America did to its native Indian population in comparison.
... Hmmm, interesting debate. Of course, it's all a matter of personal opinion... I'm English, and based on where I've been... I think Germany is the friendliest place, or maybe America. In Africa you can meet some lovely people, though... Of course, it depends on the sort of person you are. What one person might think of as nice, another person might think of as being rude or nasty. Or what you prioritise, somebody else might think is unimportant or not large enough to be worth noting. I do like Germany though. Everyone I met there was very friendly, and accomodating of my limited use of the language xD;
yeah, i lived in Ireland for a year or so, and they are friendly if you visit. when you don't leave afetr 2 weeks, they kinda hate you.
Ireland is a shithole
if you put in a comment saying "ireland is a shithole" then excuse us all if we don't take your opinion on who is regarded as nice very seriously.
I am Irish and i would like to think that we deserve a place on this list! I can honestly say I am always glad to get home after a holiday, as no matter where i've been in the world, Ireland is one of the only places I can say sticks to the concept of "service with a smile."! We are curious about other cultures, open-minded and very friendly to visitors, and the only complaint i've heard about our nation is that foreigners find it difficult to really feel "part of the community" once they settle down here permanently. Aside from that, I'm afraid I have to disagree with the nasty comments made about us.
also- to the person who made the comment about "you can't say anything blasphemous in Ireland"- as a matter of fact, we were ranked number one in all the world for press freedom for 2009. So I would say freedom of speech isn't really a problem of ours.
Can I also cast a vote for america? Despire their stereotype, I have always found them highly welcoming.
i am australian and while i think that we are a friendly country, it depends which part of the country you are in, some sections of the various communitys can be racist but it is usualy due to racial tensions from segregated areas in large citys. towards the country australians get more friendly and with the amount of multiculturalism in australia means that the incidents of racism are low compared to the people in australia. As for the statements made by some people about women not being safe in australia i am a young teenager and i feel safe going places alone at night. i think we should be further down the list with iran being a realy friendly place and all of the canadians i have met are lovely
the laws of randomness. nice little article but it cant be measured
HAHA i love how the united states isnt on this list. haha good job, im from the us by the way.
He he. I am an Iranian in Canada
Australians were originally criminals sent by England to live. Thats why they are assholes. So, I dont think they are friendly.
People have to stop judging countries they haven't been to its too funny, don't think you can understand an entire country by that one news report you saw about on your local news or that one google search you did when you first mispelt the countries name and eventually led you to wikipedia.
P.S i think New Zealand should be in that top 5 because i met a few people and went back to the farm there when i was on vacation looking at the sites, was hesitant at first but ended up riding a quad all over the farm they owned and got treated to dinner. I guess it all depends on personal experience though, but yeah to the people who say others are mirrors of you, its true. Don't expect every single person you see to smile at you first... seriously 100% of people anywhere in the world will return the smile. Act like an ass and you will be treated like one.
Come on see Iran, Guys. We have a lot for you hear.
This has got to be one of the stupidest articles I've ever read.
I've experienced all kinds of behaviour from outright racism to extraordinary kindness in just one state - New Jersey - when visiting the US. And I know the stereotype that NJ has. What does that imply for NJ and the US?
As for Australians, I've seen their boorish behaviour as guests in a restaurant in Bangalore. Based on that one experience should I write off the entire nation as boors?
(Keep in mind that they aren't very popular in India right now for a series of incidents involving Indians.)
Once more - a stupid fluff article.
I am Iranian and I know that Iranians are very hospitable.
I live in Tabriz.People here are very kind to guests.
My only comment is on the blasphemey law in Ireland. I am afraid to say this law has came in recently. It is now against the law to say something blasphemous in the media i.e. on the TV, radio etc... This law is a step backwards for Ireland and I shouldn't think it will last long http://blasphemy.ie/
Anyone heard of Fiji? As for Australia- It's one of THE most racist countries in the world. Look at what they did to the indigenous aboriginal communities and look at what they are doing to the Indian students who contribute to Australia third biggest foreign exchange earner. This goes to prove that this survey is a SCAM.
It's wonderful to see Iran on this list. They are truly kind people.
Why does everyone keep saying 'iranians are so intelligent"... yes they are, why should that be such a shock
? Because many of you thought Iranians were retards and now that uve met them you're surprised to see they're actually intelligent?
Iran has a rich history and a civilization of thousands of years... One of the biggest and first civilizations of the world. They are no dimwits!
Iranians are cultured and civilized... Like Western people...
They only had bad luck with their government. Arabs invaded and brought islam into Iran...It's a shame because religions to me are restricted and not so openminded. It's dangerous when you start believing in only one thing and considering what you believe in as the only truth. Even if you are not a fanatic, in some ways, you restrict yourself believing in something you just cannot be 100% sure about. No one knows the entire truth...Look up agnosticism, it's the best "religion" (not really a religion though)...openminded and saying you don't know and simply cannot know the entire truth , at least not while you're alive...
Fanatics abuse religions, that made it all worse in Iran, sadly...
I am australia, yes we racist, please dont come to this country, we spit on you, that is 20 million spits for you. Now go away please thank you, bugger off. Go to other countries, dont travel to ozzie, we hate so much very bad here. Nice thank you.
LOOOL AUSSIE.I was in sydney last march and i enjoyed your spitting nation.
What is up with your broken english?