The Banks of the Buriganga
The Buriganga River cuts through the southern portion of Dhaka. Along its banks, past the shipyards and docks, are heavily crowded residential areas, from the simply poor to the sweltering corrugated metal shacks of the city’s slums.
While some of these areas were safer than others, it was in these neighborhoods that I met some of the most remarkable people in Dhaka, and was once again humbled by their tremendous good will and hospitality.
January 11th, 2009 in
Bangladesh
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It’s interesting to notice the change of faces as you moved from se asia towards southern asia. As you moved into Bangladesh you encountered the more conservative muslim (ethnic indians) and most of the shots are of dudes now, whereas before it was mostly women.
Yes, it’s a fascinating transition. And you’re right: in the more conservative muslim countries it is more difficult to photograph women, especially in heavily crowded markets, where social pressure is greatest. In a few days you’ll see posts with pictures from country villages, and there it’s easier to get a better cross-section of people.
I made several boat trips and its a wonderful opportunity to see and feel life on the Buriganga !
http://picasaweb.google.com/reallonerunner/LaunchesBurigangaRiverBangladesh#