Xiahe, Gansu, 2007
It takes pious Tibetan pilgrims and monks two hours or more to walk and spin the entire prayer wheel circuit around the Labrang Monastery. It is the largest monastery of the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) school of Tibetan Buddhism outside of Lhasa.
Such an evocative picture - very interesting subject and I like the perspective in your shot. It emphasises that these people are walking the circuit, not just standing still.
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What a beautiful capture.
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This people are well disciplined. I love the colors!
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I admire both your photograph and the devotion of the pilgrims...
ReplyDeletelovely shot!
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It is sobering to realise what some people will do for their faith. And yet I can rouse none within my body nor my soul.
ReplyDeleteWonderful picture of devotion.
ReplyDeleteA fascinating capture, and well composed!
ReplyDeleteI wish I were this disciplined!
ReplyDeletea beautiful photo, thank you for sharing
ReplyDeleteBeautifully photographed.
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Beautiful image! It is amazing how some will life for their beliefs like this while other live for their possesions.
ReplyDeleteNice photo Francisca. It looks so foreign and fascinating. I'd put that on my list for places to see.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! Great photo..
ReplyDeleteThat is one long prayer! Gorgeous photo of the long hallway :-)
ReplyDeleteAwesome shot! I miss scenes like this one...
ReplyDeleteVery interesting. Another example of the weirdness of religion. :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat an incredible scene you captured here. I have a great deal of interest in Tibetan Buddhism.
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