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Camel traders Birqash, Cairo, Egypt
Camel traders deal with an angry camel, Birqash Camel Market near Cairo, Egypt. Date: 1993
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© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1990s 1993 Arab Camel Camels Camelus Dromedarius Growl Growling Hump Nineties Teeth Trader Turban
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In this evocative image from the 1990s, we witness a tense moment at the Birqash Camel Market near Cairo, Egypt. The sun beats down on the arid landscape as a camel trader, dressed in a traditional turban and robes, attempts to control an agitated dromedary. The camel, with its distinctive hump and long, curved neck, lets out a low growl, baring its bad teeth in a clear sign of frustration. The Birqash Camel Market, located in the Giza desert, has been a bustling hub of trade for centuries. Camels have long been a vital mode of transportation in the Arab world, and the market is where traders gather to buy and sell these resilient animals. The camels are trained to be loaded and unloaded, and to carry heavy loads over long distances. Despite the harsh conditions, the market is a lively and colorful scene, filled with the sounds of haggling traders and the low moans of the camels. The traders, many of whom are nomads, travel long distances to attend the market, bringing their camels with them. However, as in any market, not all transactions are smooth. Camels, like any animal, can be unpredictable, and even the most experienced traders can find themselves dealing with an angry or uncooperative animal. In this moment, the trader is focused intently on the camel, trying to calm it down and regain control. The growling camel, with its large, expressive eyes, seems to be testing the trader's resolve. This image captures the raw power and unpredictability of the desert, as well as the determination and skill of the camel traders who make their living in this challenging environment. It is a reminder of the rich history and traditions that continue to thrive in Egypt, even in the face of modernization and change.
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