Tag Archives: Varanasi

INDIA: The One I Will Always Remember

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

This is the last post documenting my trip to India. I am likely to post additional images and stories from the trip – but those will come much later. I want to end the trip-logue with two images of a … Continue reading →

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INDIA: Street Shooting in Varanasi

Posted on March 27, 2012 by

Venturing out into Varansi’s streets and alleys proved to be fertile ground for street shooting and meeting the local folks.  Varansi has 3 million plus inhabitants – and additional thousands and thousands more visitors and pilgrims – all crowded into the … Continue reading →

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INDIA: On the Ganges in Varanasi

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

Varanasi.  The oldest continuously inhabited city in India – and possibly, the world.  Hindu lore says the city was founded by Lord Shiva himself and stands on his Trident (weapon) making Varanasi the holiest of the seven sacred cities of … Continue reading →

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INDIA: Sadhus, the Holy Men of India

Posted on December 6, 2011 by

Sadhus.  They have been around for thousands of years.  They are the iconic image of Hinduism and of India.  But who are they? To Hindus, spiritual enlightenment is the highest goal in life – it is what gives it meaning … Continue reading →

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