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The Wider Image: Last residents hold on in Tunisias underground houses
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The Wider Image: Last residents hold on in Tunisias underground houses
A general view of troglodyte houses in Matmata, Tunisia, February 6, 2018. REUTERS/Zohra Bensemra SEARCH " BENSEMRA MATMATA" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH " WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES. TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY. TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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This print captures the unique beauty of troglodyte houses in Matmata, Tunisia. The image showcases a general view of these underground dwellings, providing an insight into the lives of the last residents who continue to hold on to this ancient way of living. The composition is striking, with an aerial perspective that allows us to fully appreciate the creative use of landscape and architecture. From above, we see a vast expanse of open space dotted with palm trees and distant hills. The contrast between the earthy tones of the ground and soil against the vibrant greenery adds depth to the photograph. What makes this image truly fascinating is its portrayal of a hidden world beneath our feet. These subterranean homes blend seamlessly into their surroundings, almost becoming one with nature. With no people present in the frame, we are left to imagine what life must be like within these structures carved out from mountainsides. Zohra Bensemra's skilled photography transports us to another time and place where tradition meets innovation. It serves as a reminder that even in our rapidly changing world, there are still pockets where ancient practices endure against all odds
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