These images did not seem to fit into the other categories that I used for my Silk Road images. So, I have grouped them all here in this final “Stans” blog post.
These first few images are (to me) humorous.
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This guy was asleep in the middle of a market.
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I hope people wash whatever is in these sacks after they buy some.
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There were numerous similar displays in Kasakhstan where when we were there it was almost 100 degrees (F) each day. I then found out that winters can be very cold so this sort of hat does come in handy.
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This beautiful woman was proud to show off her long hair.
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I just like the following images and wanted to share.
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A lovely restaurant with beautiful wall decor.
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These are bamboo “fences” used for to control erosion along the highway.
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These are actually patio-type furniture often seen outside homes and hotels.
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I do not know what game these guys are playing but they had a sizeable audience.
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Impressive costume adornment
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Statues of interest
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The following were seen on and along country roads.
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Finally, I love that the flag of Kyrgyzstan displays the traditional top of a yurt.
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