The Iranian photojournalist on a woman he spotted in northern Afghanistan
Photograph: Ako Salemin 2015, Ako Salemi was on a photography trip to northern Afghanistan with fellow Iranian photojournalist Majid Saeedi. One day, the pair were exploring near the tomb of Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib, known locally as the Blue Mosque for its intricately detailed blue tiled domes and exterior. People
– a symbol of peace – that gather around the tomb, and Salemi photographed this woman as she carved a path through the flock.The only way to get a look behind the scenes of our brand new magazine, Saturday. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend.Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties.
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