Karavanen in de Bekavallei onderweg naar Baalbek, Libanon en Palmyra, Syrië 1898

"Karavanen in de Bekavallei onderweg naar Baalbek, Libanon en Palmyra, Syrië" is a photograph by Johannes Lodewijk Heldring, a Dutch photographer known for his travel photography. Taken in 1898, the image depicts a caravan of camels traveling through a desolate landscape. Heldring's work often captured the daily lives of people in different cultures, offering a glimpse into their traditional practices. The photograph captures the stark beauty of the desert and the resilience of the people who called it home. The composition focuses on the caravan's journey, emphasizing the vastness of the desert and the travelers' journey through it.