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India-Religion-Gangasagar
An Indian Sadhu (Hindu holy man) takes a dip in the sea at Gangasagar, some 155 kms south of Kolkata, on January 15, 2012. Some four hundred thousand Hindu pilgrims gathered at the Gangasagar Mela (Fair) to take a dip in the ocean at the confluence of the River Ganges and the Bay of Bengal, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, a holy day of the Hindu calendar considered to be of great religious significance in Hindu mythology. AFP PHOTO/Dibyangshu SARKAR / AFP PHOTO / DIBYANGSHU SARKAR
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21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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This photo captures the essence of spirituality and devotion in India. In this remarkable image, an Indian Sadhu, a Hindu holy man, is seen taking a dip in the sea at Gangasagar during the annual Gangasagar Mela (Fair). The event attracts around four hundred thousand Hindu pilgrims who gather to cleanse their sins by immersing themselves in the sacred waters at the confluence of the River Ganges and Bay of Bengal. The photograph was taken on January 15,2012, by Dibyangshu Sarkar from Agence France-Presse (AFP). The composition beautifully showcases the Sadhu against a backdrop of golden sunlight that filters through his silhouette as he stands waist-deep in water. This backlit effect adds an ethereal quality to the scene. Makar Sankranti, celebrated on this day according to the Hindu calendar, holds immense religious significance for Hindus. It marks a transition period when winter ends and longer days begin. Pilgrims believe that bathing in these holy waters purifies their souls and brings them closer to salvation. Sarkar's exceptional talent shines through as he skillfully captures this offbeat documentation of one man's spiritual journey amidst hundreds of thousands seeking divine intervention. This prize-winning photograph not only encapsulates religious fervor but also serves as a testament to India's rich cultural heritage and its deep-rooted connection with faith and tradition.
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