Hundreds of little wooden boats seen displayed for sale at a market as locals prepare for monsoon season. Dozens flock from miles around to buy their own boat at a market in Manikganj, Bangladesh, so as to be prepared for floods which can strike at any time. After heavy rainfall it is common for river banks to burst, submerging nearby towns and villages. This means cars and buses become redundant and people are forced to travel by boat. Each of the wooden boats and oars are hand-made by local craftsmen and can be bought for as little as 1700 Bangladeshi Taka - the equivalent of 20 US dollar.

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