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Filtering drinking water - Cairo
Filtering drinking water - Cairo, Egypt. An egyptian man has collected water from the River Nile in his animal skin container and now transfers this water to a large terracotta pot, which acts to filter the water, making it (slightly more) fit or human consumption. Date: circa 1910s
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Basin Cairo Carries Carry Filter Filtering Filters Method Nile Pouring Pours Skin Supply Technique Terra Cotta Transferring
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This evocative photograph captures an Egyptian man in the bustling city of Cairo, Egypt, filtering drinking water from the River Nile using a traditional technique that has been passed down through generations. Dating back to the 1910s, this image showcases the simple yet effective method of ensuring a cleaner water supply in a region where access to clean water was, and still is, a daily challenge. The man skillfully transfers the water he has collected in an animal skin container into a large terracotta pot, which acts as a natural filter. The porous material of the pot allows the water to slowly seep through, trapping impurities and sediments, making the water slightly more fit for human consumption. The water is then poured into a basin or jar, ready for use. This technique, deeply rooted in African and Egyptian culture, has been a vital method for securing a reliable water supply in the arid regions of North Africa. The River Nile, the primary source of water for millions of people, has been the lifeblood of Egypt for thousands of years, providing not only water but also fertile land for agriculture. Despite the advancements in modern water filtration systems, this traditional method continues to be used in rural areas of Egypt and other parts of Africa, demonstrating the resilience and adaptability of local communities in the face of challenging circumstances.
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