Syrian refugees grow crops in old mattresses
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Aug 04, 2020, 04:10 IST | Updated: Aug 04, 2020, 04:10 IST
In the sprawling desert premises of the Zaatari refugee camp, small oases of greenery are now dotting the landscape. Plants and herbs like mint, tomatoes, and cucumbers are thriving despite the infertile land, thanks to two simple elements - water and some old mattresses.
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