Mali Collection (page 8)

African man praying at home

Hands of a muslim prayer

Man wearing a muslim hat

African boy praying at home

Imam

African men praying at home

Medical consultation in Bamako. Waiting room

Muslim man and woman

African family living in a poor district of Bamako. Meal

Bamako cathedral. Catholic mass

Catholic mass

Mali, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Mali (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Woman wearing the niqab

Bamako cathedral. Catholic mass

Jesus painting

Bamako cathedral. Virgin Mary

Italian priest

Mass wine

Bamako cathedral. Catholic mass

Chasubles

The Last Supper

Catholic crosses

Islamic school in Bamako

Woman wearing the nigab

Pycnodus zeaformis Longbottom, fish tooth plate
Corn-on-the-cob fish tooth plate from a paratype specimen dating from the Lower or Middle Eocene phosphates; Tamagu?lelt, Gao region, Mali

Chergach meteorite

MALI. Cliffs of Bandiagara

MALI. MOPTI. Teli. Cliffs of Bandiagara

Houses in the village of Idjeli Dono, the highest of the three Idjeli villages, at sunset. Mali, Africa

Africa, Mali
Africa, West Africa, Mali, Kondou. Dogon men wearing traditional colored grass clothes and wooden masks perform a traditional mask dance

Polychrome painting on the circumcision grotto wall in Songo, Dogon Country, Mali, West Africa

TIMBUKTU, 1894. French forces seize the Saharan city of Timbuktu from the Tuaregs, January 1894. Wood engraving from a contemporary French newspaper

Somono family and home
A Somono family by their hut. The Somono are a tribe living in Mali and known as excellent river fishermen, operating on the River Niger. Date: circa 1920s

Big Game hunter sending his last postcard
A big game hunter who has (what rotten luck!) become a lunchtime snack for his intended victim (a very jolly lion) sends his last address which is: In Red Lion, Timbuktu !!!!!!! Date: 1906

Vehicle which crossed the Sahara Desert
A Citroen caterpillar half-track vehicle which crossed the Sahara desert, travelling 3200km in 22 days between Touggourt, Algeria and Timbucktu in Mali (between 17th December 1922 to 7th January 1923)

Saharan desert rivers, satellite image. North is at top. Water is blue, desert areas are white, and fresh sediments and vegetation is orange/green

Muslim symbols, Bamako, Mali, West Africa, Africa

A child running through the upper Idjeli village Idjeli do or Dono Dogon country Mali

MALI, Dogon Lands. Traditional Tellem (malian pygmees) houses on the Bandiagara cliffs

Timbuktu, Mali - House belonging to Caille
Timbuktu, Mali - the house owned and occupied by the French explorer Rene Caille in 1828

Timbuktu, Mali - House belonging to Barth
Timbuktu, Mali - House belonging to German Explorer Heinrich Barth (occupied 1853 - 1854)

Timbuktu, Mali - House belonging to Lenz
Timbuktu, Mali - the house owned and occupied by the Austrian explorer Lenz in 1880

Timbuktu, Mali - Local Musician (cartoon)
1st prize at the Timbuktu Conservatoire! A local musician playing a simple guitar-like instrument, played with a bow

Timbuktu, Mali - The Wood Market
The Wood Market - Timbuktu, Mali

Mali - Team who crossed Sahara in 16 months
Captain Buchanan, Ali (the camel!), Sakari (Kano) and Feri N Gashi, who along with Mr T. A. Glover (photographer) were the original expedition

Mali - Timbuktu - Water Carrier and Banana plant
Timbuktu, Mali. A water carrier standing alongside a Banana plant

Mali - Timbuktu - official buildings

Mali - Timbuktu - Home of Laing
Timbuktu, Mali - the house owned and occupied by the British explorer Laing during September 1826

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"Mali: A Tapestry of Culture and Tradition in West Africa" Embark on a journey through the vibrant land of Mali, as we explore its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Located in West Africa, a country that captivates with its diversity and historical significance. Starting with an Africa Political Map, one can trace the contours of this enchanting nation. In the Sanga region lies a mud village belonging to the Dogon people. Here, ancient traditions come alive as monkey skulls are embedded in mud walls to ward off evil spirits - a testament to their spiritual beliefs. Venturing further into Mali, we arrive at Timbuktu - a city steeped in history and myth. Young women adorned with colorful garments catch our attention, showcasing their pride for their hometown. Two women from Timbuktu exude grace and elegance, reflecting the resilience of Malian women. Intriguing encounters continue as we meet a girl from Mali bedecked with wonderful beads and an elaborate headdress - her beauty echoing the artistic flair found throughout this land. Meanwhile, a young Tuareg man wearing a headscarf puffs on his small pipe amidst the sandy dunes of Timbuktu; his presence embodies both tradition and modernity. As we journey towards Timbuktu's sacred rock paintings in Songo, we witness captivating depictions of Dogon customs and stories etched onto cliffs - reminding us of Mali's deep-rooted connection to its ancestral past. Celebrations abound too. Sikasso comes alive during festivities where Bobo masks take center stage. These intricately crafted masks symbolize unity among communities while honoring age-old rituals passed down through generations. Finally, our exploration concludes with a hand-painted sign displaying how long it would take to reach Timbuktu: 52 days. This reminder highlights not only the remoteness but also the allure that surrounds this mythical city.