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Tea Time

People gathered in a local teahouse in the bazaar of Rasht, Iran. The city is famous for its tea culture and is one of the main tea producers across the country. Despite their traditional look, local teahouses are among favorite meeting points not only for older generations but also for the youths forming a vital part of the region's culture.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Rasht, Iran
Camera: Canon EOS Rebel T7i
Copyright: © Bardia Kabirifar