Have you ever been to a bazaar in Morocco? I haven't, but I have been to bazaars (also known as "souks" or "markets") in Libya, Egypt, Zanzibar, Tanzania, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa and countless other countries, and I can assure you that the overwhelming scents of these bazaars, should simply not be bottled.
Here are some of the more memorable scents from my travels, and what I would name them:
Egyptian Camel Breath
Zanzibar Fish Market
Vatican Tourist
Fiery Ganges Breeze
Amsterdam Coffee Shop
Indian Milk Market
Rustic Serengeti Jeep
Peruvian Llama Spray
New Zealand Hostel
Mildewy Rain Forest
Durban Bunny Chow
Smokey Chinese Railcar
Okay, I can say it. But please don't spray it.
Great observation. Of course the very sad thing is that you can't stroll through a pine forest and enjoy the scent because you are reminded of trips to public lavatories. I dread the day that the same association is unavoidable around lavender fields and rose gardens! (one to add to your list - Venetian Canal...) t.x
Posted by: kitschen pink | February 05, 2009 at 01:47 AM