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Sakia in Upper Egypt
Camel-drawn wooden sakia in Upper Egypt with local children supervising. The sakia (sakieh) is an animal-drawn water wheel serving irrigation and is still used in India, Egypt and other parts of the Middle East. Date: 1907
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This photograph, taken in Upper Egypt in 1907, depicts local children intently observing as a camel-drawn sakia, also known as a saqiya or tablia, slowly pumps water from the Nile River. The sakia, a traditional animal-powered water wheel, has been an essential component of irrigation systems in the Middle East, including India and Egypt, for centuries. The sakia's intricate design includes a wooden wheel, which is turned by the camel, and a tympanum or tablia, a water-tight drum, that is filled with water as it passes through the wheel. The water is then channeled through a system of canals and pumps, which distribute the water to the farmland for agricultural use. The scene captures the simplicity and ingenuity of this ancient water pumping system, which has remained in use well into the 20th century. The children, dressed in traditional Egyptian clothing, seem to be deeply engaged in the process, perhaps learning from their elders the importance of water management and farming techniques that have been passed down through generations. The sakia represents a connection to the past, a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of communities in the Middle East, and a reminder of the importance of sustainable agricultural practices. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, where the rhythms of nature and the interdependence of humans and animals shaped the daily lives of communities in Upper Egypt.
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