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Varanasi after sunset


Varanasi after sunset
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Copyright: william Wolny (william123) Silver Note Writer [C: 4 W: 0 N: 28] (1674)
Genre: Lieux
Média: Couleur
Date de prise de vue: 2008-04
Catégories: Vie quotidienne
Versions: version originale
Date de soumission: 2008-06-23 22:57
Vue: 679
Points: 12
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"The land of Varanasi (Kashi) has been the ultimate pilgrimage spot for Hindus for ages. Often referred to as Benares, Varanasi is the oldest living city in the world. These few lines by Mark Twain say it all: "Benaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together". Hindus believe that one who is graced to die on the land of Varanasi would attain salvation and freedom from the cycle of birth and re-birth. Abode of Lord Shiva and Parvati, the origins of Varanasi are yet unknown. Ganges in Varanasi is believed to have the power to wash away the sins of mortals.

Ganges is said to have its origins in the tresses of Lord Shiva and in Varanasi, it expands to the mighty river that we know of. The city is a center of learning and civilization for over 3000 years. With Sarnath, the place where Buddha preached his first sermon after enlightenment, just 10 km away, Varanasi has been a symbol of Hindu renaissance. Knowledge, philosophy, culture, devotion to Gods, Indian arts and crafts have all flourished here for centuries. Also a pilgrimage place for Jains, Varanasi is believed to be the birthplace of Parsvanath, the twenty-third Tirthankar".
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Hi William,
great light and colours, especialy the sky is almost unreal, and the elctric light and its reflexions add perfectly to the warm tones. Interesting and beautiful!
Regards, Johannes

Hello William,
Very nice shot. This is what I love about TE, learning about the world through photographs.
Cheers
Peter

Hi William,
Great capture. I really like the harmony between the tones from the sunset and then from the lighting along the river. The placement of the boat in the frame is a nice touch. Thanks for sharing,
Jules

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  • keshu Gold Star Critiquer [C: 79 W: 3 N: 7] (154)
  • [2008-06-24 1:02]

Hi William,
very nice capture, I love the colours of sun.
have a nice day*

Hi William

very nice capture....
thanx for sharing

Regards
Arindam

hi william,

lights and sunset together, good job. espicially the reflections are grea and for us indians varanasi is always something more.

regards,
pinakie

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