The microeconomic side of tourism is what we tangibly see on the streets – like this vendor tying to sell a hat to a foreign tourist who casually dismisses him, not a glance nor a shake of the head is returned. Often the vendors earn what they can for the day while hotels have guaranteed bookings.
Photo by I.R. Arenas
Inside a jam-packed metro train, there are other interesting sights other than the passing scenes outside the window. One remarkable thing is seeing passengers huddling together and at the same time keeping personal spaces sacred.
Photo by I.R. Arenas
A contiguous canopy of acacia shields many from the solar glare. This is the regular scene in this university campus – a blanket of foliage effectively illuminates this main thoroughfare with verdant hues.
Photo by I.R. Arenas
These coloured candles, sold beside a church, correspond to specific wishes and offerings. Whether these are sanctioned or not, the business of religion still thrives and provides the faithful an alternative form of devotion. Even the vendor’s shirt is up to the occasion.
Photo by I.R. Arenas
Lonely at the top: a worker dangles his safety among the iron scaffolding of a high-rise condominium.
Photo by I.R. Arenas
When I see gears and wires, I remember the Industrial Revolution. Imagine the world now had we skipped this period.
Photo by I.R. Arenas
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