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A man sits in a back street tea shop in Cairo, Egypt
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A man sits in a back street tea shop in Cairo, Egypt
A man sits in a back street tea shop in Cairo, Egypt and smokes a hookah, or hubble bubble. His white clothes are spotted with red stains. His glass of sweet tea stands beside him on a tray Date: circa 1995
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In this evocative photograph, a man takes a moment of respite in a dimly lit back street tea shop in the heart of Cairo, Egypt. The year is circa 1995, and the man, dressed in white garments, sits cross-legged on a low stool, his hands cradling a hookah pipe. The pipe, also known as a hubble bubble, rests on a small table in front of him, its long tube reaching up towards the ceiling. The man's face is a picture of concentration, his eyes closed as he inhales deeply, savoring the sweet, aromatic smoke that fills the room. The atmosphere in the tea shop is one of quiet introspection, the only sounds being the gentle clinking of teacups and the occasional murmur of conversation from other patrons. The man's glass of sweet tea, a common accompaniment to hookah smoking, sits on a tray next to him, its amber liquid reflecting the warm, golden light that filters in through the shop's small windows. The scene is a snapshot of everyday life in Cairo, a city known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and bustling streets. The red stains on the man's white clothes add a touch of authenticity to the image, reminding us that even in the most mundane moments, there is beauty and intrigue to be found. This photograph captures the essence of a moment in time, transporting us to a far-off place and inviting us to share in the simple pleasures of a man's quiet moment of reflection in a back street tea shop in Cairo, Egypt.
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