In the middle of the endless expanse of the Syrian desert and in front of the remains of ancient architecture stands a dromedary - serene, dignified, almost a little curious. It seems to be part of history itself, embedded in a setting that has survived for thousands of years. The desert city of Palmyra was once a thriving trading centre - and dromedaries, the one-humped relatives of camels, were the logistical backbone of this world. They transported goods, people and stories.
This picture is more than just a portrait of an animal. It combines nature, culture and time - and quietly tells of the deep connection between man, animal and landscape in this region. The warm sandy tone of the surroundings harmonises perfectly with the light-coloured fur of the dromedary. The ruins in the background seem like forgotten witnesses to a glorious past, while the animal is anchored in the here and now - alive, present, proud.
A motif that invites a smile, but is also touching. Ideal for people with wanderlust, desert romance or a penchant for the unusual. Anyone who says that history is dry as dust doesn't know this picture.
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