This week’s photo challenge is guest hosted by Aaron Joel Santos. Who says,
‘Culture. Culture is a bit of a loaded word. In a photograph, it can embody everything and nothing. So where do we draw the line? Shopping culture, hippy culture, Asian culture, Thai culture, ancient culture, and on and on. These phrases have different meanings. For me, as a working travel photographer, being able to show culture, in all of its various guises, is crucial to the success of an image.
There are obvious elements that go into making a great photograph: perspective, color, contrast, subject matter, and lighting, to name a few. But for this challenge, go for that little something extra — that piece of the image that makes a viewer want to see more — to delve deeper into the culture you’re photographing. I’ve always said that I want my photographs to make people curious. So that is your assignment here: inspire curiosity with your photography.’
The richness of the culture in Marrakech is something I love, so here are three photos for you. The first shows that culture isn’t always comfortable, in fact in the tannery, that has been part of their culture for so long, it’s distinctly unpleasant when the smell hits you.
Next, there are many stalls in the souk selling the wonderful local figs, dates and olives, delicious.
Lastly, this is Jemaa el-Fnaa, in the heart of the medina, and a world heritage site. It’s a real spectacle in the evening when it is packed with music, dance, snake charmers, story tellers, tooth pullers, you name it. The smoke is from the numerous food opportunities that are set up each night.
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Lucid Gypsy 
Excellent take on the theme. You were successful in your attempt to make me curious about these photos, especially the first one.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
I was going to put some Morocco photos up. I’d love to go back there.
fabulous photos gilly, what a great view of the tannery … and the market and evening shots are full of atmosphere … very ‘make me want to see more’ 😀
Gilly, thank you for the peek into the culture of Marrakech … I’ve never been there but know I would love the food and the music from the way you describe it!
Great pictures to capture Marrakech, Gilly. I am still dreaming of going there, but sadly it won’t be this year. 🙂
So wonderful to see all the lovely posts and photo’s of culture and yours are beautiful indeed. Great photo’s too! Thanks for sharing hon. 🙂 *hugs*
Great photos for the theme, Gilly. I found it such a different and fascinating place to visit. 🙂
I enjoyed my mini-trip. I especially liked the photo of the souk.
Hope your weekend’s off to a great start.
janet
Great shots, the second is mt fav! I’d love to visit Morocco…
Thanks for the amazing tour via your blog post today. Excellent choices for the WPC Culture theme.
You are a talented photographer, Gilly. Each one of these pull me in. Great choices for your challenge, too.
I really like your interpretation!
maybe i would pass on the tannery but the open market and the festive night adventure looks like something interesting to discover further. love your photographs. ♥
sono veramente felice che siate passata nel mio blog e vi sia piaciuto, è bellissimo che due mondi lontani comunichino attraverso la cultura
a presto
thank you so much
Ventis
The pictures depicting a small window of the rich culture in Marrakech is educative. As a student and teacher of cross cultural themes these pictures say a lot.
Thank you and regards.
I would love to experience this wonderful place. Your photos speak of the varied aspects of the culture in Marrakech
You make me want to go there! Thanks for the window into their world.
Hmm, can imagine the aromas wafting round the Medina. That’s a great shot of the spice market, and curious as to what was being sold…. as with the leather tannery. Great post Gilly.
what a delightful mixture Gilly. I hope I make it there one day.
Amazing photos, you’ve captured the essence and energy of the place!
Fascinating!
All three give one a feel for the place Gilly. The souk is my favourite.
Super perfect for the theme. Can see lots of culture in that market photo. It must have had wonderful stands to look at and fabulous muscic to listen to. Great entries …
It sure must be quite strong—the smell near the tannery, I meant!
That is one colorful , exciting culture. I agree, there is always a good side and not so pleasant side of every culture. It what makes it unique and standout from one another.