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Wood Market - Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa
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Wood Market - Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa
Wood Market - Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa - a scarce commodity in the arid desert landscape of Central Mali. Date: circa 1910s
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Branches Fuel Mali Malian Marketplace Merchants Mudbrick Piles Stacks Sticks Timbuctoo Timbuktu Trader Traders Timbuktoo
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Wood Market in Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa - a Scarce Commodity in the Arid Desert Landscape of Central Mali (circa 1910s) This evocative photograph captures the bustling Wood Market in the ancient city of Timbuktu, Mali, in the heart of West Africa. Amidst the arid desert landscape of Central Mali, the sight of these towering piles of wood, branches, and sticks is a striking contrast. The marketplace, with its mudbrick buildings and thatched-roof structures, serves as a vital hub for local traders and merchants. The Wood Market in Timbuktu holds a significant historical and cultural importance. Wood was, and still is, a scarce commodity in the region, making it a valuable resource for the local population. The city's strategic location along the Niger River and the trans-Saharan trade routes made it a melting pot of diverse cultures and traditions. The traders and merchants, dressed in colorful robes and turbans, can be seen carefully examining the wood piles, haggling over prices, and loading their carts and donkeys. The marketplace is a symphony of activity, with the sounds of bargaining, the smell of wood smoke, and the sight of people from all walks of life coming together to exchange goods. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of Timbuktu, a city that has long been a beacon of knowledge and commerce in West Africa. The Wood Market stands as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of this region, who have adapted to the harsh desert conditions to create a vibrant and thriving community.
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