Local Market

About a mile away from the Mercy Ship is the Tema local market. It can be quite a shock for someone who has never been to a third world country before. The sights and smells is something one never forgets. It's difficult to fully explain in detail what one sees at a local market. Meat is butchered right in front of you sparing no parts and there is no refrigeration of the meat. Fabrics, beads and shoes are sold in individual stalls with eager salespeople trying to make a sale. Bargaining is a must in this society. Especially when they see white skin, the asking price is usually doubled. As you can see from the photos, pigs feet are sold along side with beads and fabrics. Women are able to balance a baby and cargo on the top ot their head at the same time. It's definitely a cultural experience as well as an exciting one.