This photo was not taken to illustrate poverty. No.
The guided walking tour of Hanoi, Vietnam, included this particular spot, with its tangle of wires hanging in every direction.
The guide pointed to a loudspeaker situated high up on the building. It is used for official announcements.
One might wonder: if the loudspeaker needs repairing, how does the technician locate the right cable?
One can also spot a few birdcages—more than two, if you look closely.
If birds are kept in these cages, how are they fed?