These images were shot at an abandoned glass factory on the outskirts of Amman, Jordan. The factory was once thriving and featured in many guidebooks. But a new road to the Dead Sea diverted most of the tourist traffic. The factory subsequently lost its government license and was forced to cease production. A limited selection of decorative glass from the factory's final production is still sold in an adjacent room. Check back soon for photos of the hand-blown glass.
Broken examples of frosted glass.
A ladder, unused equipment and debris.
Rays of sunshine spill through holes in the wall and ceiling.
A corroded, rusting barrel.
Peeling paint.
A rusty fan.
A mirror proclaiming "Palestine forever" and "I heart Palestine."
I nearly tripped over that steel I beam a few times too, the one beside the couch. The place still held magic though, its owners very appreciative of the fact that you were generous enough to stop with your group-that was kind and considerate of you Tara. It certainly taught me a lot about the misfortunes that some people endure. I have some nice photos too, but didn't take any where I saw you snapping...funny I wondered what you were looking at back there. You never cease to amaze me. You tell the WHOLE story. I like that.
xoxo
Posted by: gillian | 31 March 2010 at 18:55
What a remarkable journey you had -- these photos are terrific. There's a lot of story behind that spot...
Posted by: jeanie | 31 March 2010 at 15:34
There is such beauty in the decay...
Posted by: Stephanie | 31 March 2010 at 05:18
Sad to see the business closed, but your photos are spectacular.
Posted by: Marilyn | 31 March 2010 at 02:11
i just LOVE old decayed places like that, they're so much more interesting than places that are all neat and clean. the only way it would have been more perfect is if there was a dead piano. that ladder is amazing and exactly what i was looking for as a towel rack in the bathroom. i suppose it would have been a bit too much to carry on, tho'. :-)
Posted by: julochka | 31 March 2010 at 00:30