Despite the fact that nearly everyone is fasting, the Muslim holy month of Ramadan can be one of the most festive times of year in Bangladesh. With everyone decorating their homes, the flower markets are in full-swing, and these vendors were thrilled to show off their wares to the clueless white girl with the camera.
Potters' Square in Bhaktapur, Nepal is filled with pots, incense-burners, oil lamps and artisans trying to sell you all of the above. This old woman was the exception, content as she was to bask in the evening sun next to her merchandise.
by WILLIAM ROTHSTEIN
There are literally hundreds of varieties of Jamon "Ham" for sale in Barcelona's Boqueria.
On the roadside in Accra, Ghana, one can see curious towers of rice for sale by local merchants.
some organic free range eggs from the Borough Market, London.
Bakesale Betty (no 's) has the best sandwich i've ever eaten. The sandwich itself is a slightly spicy fried chicken breast on a sourdough roll with a halapeno cabbage slaw.
In central Herat, you'll find alleyways around the Alexander the Great fortress that are fun to walk around in. You'll find burkas, Chinese toys, dried fruit and nuts, rugs, candy makers, and all kinds of other stuff.
The Boqueria market (also known as Mercat de San Josep) just off Las Ramblas, is one of the most famous markets in Barcelona Spain. It is a wonderful mix of goods, voices, scents that absolutely deserve a visit.
Just off the famous Galata bridge in the EminönĂ¼ neighboordhoud a big and old market-hall stands in front of you, Istanbul's Egyptian Bazaar. This spice market was built in 1664 and is filled with exotic fragrances such as spices, dried fruits, nuts and seeds, lokum (Turkish Delight).
Bac Ha Market Vietnam. An Ethnic market filled with everything Vietnamese, including dogs; not for pets, but for dinner.