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Mali, West Africa 2004 Their tent, made of white strips of cotton woven by the Dogon tribe, was the only evidence of human beings we had seen for miles and miles. There were about six or seven women, ranging from late … Continue reading
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Mali, West Africa 2005 We were south of Taodenni making our way across the Sahara to Tombouctou. These men who were transporting salt from Taodenni, were doing the same. It was the season for the salt caravans. Some had bought their … Continue reading
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Araouane, Mali 2005 The headman’s son pours tea near the door to the sand filled front room of his home. Notice the height of the teapot as he pours the tea. Not only does this aerate the tea and enhance flavor, … Continue reading
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Mali, West Africa somewhere in the Sahara Desert 2002 A veiled Touareg man stands near his camels which are loaded with slabs of salt from the Taodenni mines. We had stopped to get some photos and he came over to check us … Continue reading
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Niger,West Africa. We were invited to a Touareg wedding because one of our driver’s cousins was getting married. Touareg are often referred to as the “Blue Men” of Africa. They are considered mysterious because the men take the veil rather than … Continue reading
