Trash collectors employ donkeys in Southern Turkey

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Trash collectors employ donkeys in Southern Turkey

In the historic city of Mardin, much of which dates back to the 12th century, street sweepers use donkeys to collect trash and debris. Mardin is the only city in Turkey that has a working municipal donkey crew. (Photo by Jodi Hilton/NurPhoto)

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