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12-DEC-2015

'Female Waiting Area'

I thought I’d post a few more pictures from the hospital, which I continue to find to be a fascinating place. The waiting rooms for doctor consultations are segregated, as is the place where you have blood taken. I couldn’t figure out until Tim explained it what “Female Extraction Area” and “Male Extraction Area” meant ;-). I always choose to sit outside these areas, which is how I managed to get this picture. I was actually aiming for the sign, but by chance there happened to be two women in there anyway.

A triple glass building, posted earlier:

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janescottcumming15-Dec-2015 23:19
So different over there. I think you have adapted very well. V
Julie Oldfield14-Dec-2015 16:50
Fantastic photo. A great glimpse into Saudi culture. V
pkocinski14-Dec-2015 13:24
Great capture Helen.
Carol Rollins14-Dec-2015 12:52
This is really interesting, Helen. Thanks for this great shot.
hamery14-Dec-2015 02:24
Superb composition in marvelous detail and tone ! The capture of the inside lighting is fantastic ; The bottle of water is so eye catching against the woman dress in black. What a unsual candid and liven too, Helen. BV x 10
Chris Morton13-Dec-2015 18:14
this must be the only location in Riyadh that looks less modern than its equivalent in Ipswich!
Jim Coffman13-Dec-2015 18:11
That is very interesting indeed! Really nice candid, Helen!
Nirvan Hope13-Dec-2015 18:07
So interesting to learn the cultural differences. Glad women just got the vote there!
Martin Lamoon13-Dec-2015 18:02
An excellent candid.
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LynnH13-Dec-2015 17:59
Fascinating glimpse into their world. I wouldn't last a minute, there. V
Gary Hudes13-Dec-2015 17:35
Interesting to see the hospital setting here. Thanks for sharing, Helen.
joseantonio13-Dec-2015 17:27
always interesting to read your reports about the differences in this country.V.
Chris Gibbins13-Dec-2015 17:21
Sometimes hard to accept this sort of segregation. I used to visit Calcutta regularly and recall feeling slightly uncomfortable when dining with only the men, while the women of the household served us, then ate later.
carabias13-Dec-2015 17:21
The men and women in separate habitat, in every way !!!!
Great catch, Helen! BV