Beautiful photos and a powerful story. I have seen these types of markets alive and well in much of the developing world, but hardly ever anything of this scale in any western countries. These markets are always the beating heart of the community, bringing people together, and a reliable source for fresh local foods. When communities lose this kind of place, or when one dies a slow death as is the case here, it is truly heartbreaking. I hope this community find a way to breath fresh life into this place, so that is does not become just another abandoned shadow of the past.