This image displays a close-up, eye-level view of a large quantity of dried cinnamon sticks (quills) piled loosely, indicative of a commercial setting such as a spice market or shop in the city of Homs, Syria

This image displays a close-up, eye-level view of a large quantity of dried cinnamon sticks (quills) piled loosely, indicative of a commercial setting such as a spice market or shop in the city of Homs, Syria. The cinnamon sticks, varying in length and diameter, exhibit natural light to reddish-brown coloration and visible rough textures typical of dried tree bark. Many sticks display the characteristic curled, multi-layered structure of cinnamon quills, with some ends appearing fractured or uneven. Strong, directional lighting from the upper-left casts distinct shadows among the pile, highlighting surface details. The cinnamon is situated on what appears to be a light brown cardboard surface or container. In the upper background, partially visible commercial packaging includes a dark green rectangular box on the upper left, and a red and white bag on the upper right displaying text such as 'FREE' and '20+2' on a yellow section. Another piece of background packaging in the upper-center features an image of a white cup containing a dark beverage. No individuals are visible in the frame.