Those are some photos I took last year when I was in my father's country in Benin! We stayed a few days in beach town called Ouidah, which was a major crossroad for the slavery trade in the West African coast. It is ironic how such a beautiful and peaceful place has such a sad history. Anyway I love going there because the beach and the river are really beautiful , and it is a good place to rest and disconnect from the modern world.
The other series of photos was taken in a village near the city of Abomey, as we were visiting a Priest who wanted to show us the school project he is doing for the children who live too far way from the schools and major villages. I liked to see the kids play, and explain their projects for the future. Plus it was interesting as it is part of my studies so it's always good to see concrete results of what you are studying, especially now that I understand it more.
Anyway, I am glad because next week I will be going home. I haven't see my family for 6 months so I am really looking forward to it! So I will try to post pictures from Tunisia this time :)
What are your projects for this summer? :)
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I hope to visit West Africa one day, but you've given me a chance to have a glimpse. Thanks!
Beautiful post, as always.
You're a wonderful photographer,
I love the way that these pictures capture the amazing African feeling I love so much. :)
Your blog is a treat, really.
My projects for the summer are going to Kenia for 16 days and work on the blog, I'm planning on postings loooads of outfit posts.xx
Love
Daphne
ps: what do you study, exactely?;)
Jana: I hope you do, it is really a good experience!
Daphne thanks a lot, its really nice of you. I am studying international development and globalization .
I hope you will enjoy your self in Kenya, I never got the chance to go there but it seems like a wonderful country!
WOW,such amazing photos!!!
i love your photos!
Beautiful pictures. I can imagine that you are missing your family after such a long time. Looking forward to pics from Tunesia. xoxo
Thank you for your so nice and many comments...
It made me smile today because you crote in french!
Wow it looks like such a beautiful place!!!! and I love the pictures so very much, the color treatment is great!! :) I couldn't pic a fave
beautiful photos! the sky and sunlight in the first three are breathtaking!
xx
these pictures a beautiful especially the one with the woman and the little boy.
alot of countries with a sad history always are the most beautiful ones. its quite upsetting.
on a lighter note the mask below is amazing!
Thanks so much for your nice comments :)
Yes , Sabine I do miss my family a lot, and Africa too, so it will be good to go back.
Floddertje: Yes I wrote in french, I am glad to know it made you laugh :)
you are right Amy, but thanks god Benin in one of the most peaceful country in west africa, but its quite poor so it needs to develop. :)
Wow really cool pictures. I love the vintage effect. Really nice blog!
Such a beautiful place, its sad that there is so much violence. Great pictures though.
SarahD:)
Gorgeous photos! This seems like a realy beatifull place. :)
xoxo
Andrea Desde el Trópico...
Actually Benin is not a violent country there haven't been a war or conflit since independence, so its pretty calm there!
wow... so envy, this is amazing, like a dream for me.
My projects these summer will be work, work and work =(
GREAT SHOTS, BTW!
LA
Looks really beautiful!
juliet xxx
nice photo :*
The sky is beautiful there
These are wonderful photos. The ones along the coast are beautiful.
I'm so sad to hear the slavery trade, dear. :( But, these pictures uplifts my mood, really. It's realy beautiful. I'm looking forward to see pictures of Tunisia. 'til next time. :)
wow these pictures are stunning! i am in awe! it would be amazing to travel like that, it looks so beautiful! thanks for your comment on our blog!
xo, camilla
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wow! these images are breathtaking!
this post is really beautiful...
I like the way you look, the way you catch the special moments in your photos.
you are very sensitive.
I hope you spend a wonderful time at home :)
Thank you Nazara, I feel the same about your picture especially those about Japan, they are so perfect! :)
Beautiful pictures! A goal of mine is to visit Africa. I think it is an amazing place...it is where everything originated.
These photographs are absolutely gorgeous!
Really inspiring pictures, it makes me want to go there, so thanks for sharing!
You are welcome, I am glad to know that it made you want to go there.. :)
these pictures are awesome
and nice blog by the way
♥ Marley
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