Attar
Perfume maker at the entrance to a Mosque
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Fan merchant
Colorful fans to help the ladies cool off in the summer heat
An Indian Bazaar (market) is a feast for the senses. The market outside the Charminar in Hyderabad is located in an old and predominantly Moslem section of the town and has been in continuous use since medieval times.
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Walking sticks
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"This will go well with your shoes"
A traditional moslem lady and her husband shops for a walking stick
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Copper pots
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Copper pots
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The copper smith
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Tinning pots the old fashioned way
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The lock smith
This enterprising gentleman sells locks and keys separately!!!
Want a key to your neighbors garage -- no problem sir!
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Peacock feathers
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BJP shopping for a churidar
The shop keepers are normally difficult to bargain with, but BJP had a very easy time. Little did he know that I told the shop keeper that BJP was shopping for his wedding and the whole brides party would drop by if he was impressed with the store!
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Boy selling bangles
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Bangles
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Fans
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Fans
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Fans
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Womens clothing
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Hustle and bustle of the street
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Bridal wear
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Street vendors
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Bananas
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Traditional Moslem gentleman
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