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There are many large food markets scattered across the city, and roadside stands are everywhere. This particular market happens to straddle an open sewer ditch. Because almost everything passes through these markets, hygiene is a major concern. Whatever enters our house gets dunked in a bleach solution -- fruits, vegetables, cans, bottles, everything. |
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Obviously, local meat is best left to the locals. Most expatriates stick to chicken and/or imported beef. In the long run, it's impossible to avoid local meat, but it's best eaten well done. Can't think about where it's been, either.
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For the really brave, there's pigs feet, cows feet, tongues, etc., etc. |
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Voodoo, or juju, is prevalent in the culture. On this table is an assortment of rodent heads, bones, paws, and claws. |
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Twenty million people also produce a lot of trash, and the only method of disposal is via the nearest waterway. Trash heaps like this are quite common. I've seen people bathing and washing dishes in this same water.
All of these waterways and creeks feed into the large Lagos lagoon, where most of the fishing takes place. These dugout canoes are common sights in the Lagoon, much like it's been for centuries.
