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The Burning Ghat, Benares (b / w photo)
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The Burning Ghat, Benares (b / w photo)
2810914 The Burning Ghat, Benares (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning Ghat, Benares. Illustration for Glimpses of India (C B Burrows, 1895).); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "The Burning Ghat, Benares" takes us back to 19th century India. Captured by an English photographer, this image offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Benares (now known as Varanasi), a city renowned for its spiritual significance. The photograph showcases the burning ghat, a sacred site where Hindus cremate their deceased loved ones. The scene is both haunting and mesmerizing, with billowing smoke rising from funeral pyres against the backdrop of ancient temples and bustling riverside activity. As we delve deeper into this historical moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the diversity that defines India. The locals dressed in traditional attire add depth to the composition, reflecting Indian culture's vibrant tapestry. This powerful image not only captures a specific place but also encapsulates universal themes of life and death. It invites contemplation about mortality while celebrating the rituals that shape our existence. "The Burning Ghat, Benares" serves as a visual portal connecting us to an era long gone yet still resonating with timeless emotions. Through this photograph's lens, we witness Asia's allure unfold before our eyes – its mystique forever etched in monochrome beauty.
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