Ganges Collection (#4)

Bangladesh with mask
Color satellite image of Bangladesh and neighbouring countries, with mask. Located on the Bay of Bengal, the country is dominated by the fertile Ganges Delta

Bangladesh with borders and mask
Color satellite image of Bangladesh and neighbouring countries, with borders and mask. Located on the Bay of Bengal, the country is dominated by the fertile Ganges Delta

Sadhu At Gangasagar
Prithul Das

Ganges
Roxana Labagnara

The East India Steam Navigation Company's steamer Stanley, running on the Ganges, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The East India Steam Navigation Company's steamer Stanley, running on the Ganges, 1862. Some few years since the Indian Government appointed a commissioner to investigate the best means of

Holy man
Trevor Cole

Soul in red
Bruno Lavi

Promenade on the Ganges, India
3787680 Promenade on the Ganges, India; (add.info.: Promenade on the Ganges, India. Early 20th century illustration from Liebig collectible card (French series title)

Nutwell Court, Exeter, seen from the River Exe, seat of Sir Thomas Trayton Fuller-Eliott-Drake. Georgian neo-classical manor house with portico entrance

Sketch of the Battle of Cawnpore, 1857, (1901). Creator: Unknown
Sketch of the Battle of Cawnpore, 1857, (1901). Fought on the 6th of December 1857 by the British Forces under the command of His Excellency Sir Colin Campbell, G.C.B

Cawnpore - Lord Robertss Birthplace, 1820s, (1901). Creator: Unknown
Cawnpore - Lord Robertss Birthplace, 1820s, (1901). View of the town of Cawnpore (modern-day Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh), India, where British soldier Frederick Sleigh Roberts

Geographical map of the north-eastern section of India, early 20th century. Pre-partition map showing the Bay of Bengal and the Ganges Delta, and what are now Bangladesh and Myanmar

Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Detail of River-god Ganges, Piazza Navona, , Rome, Unesco World Heritage Site, Latium, Italy, Europe

Cityscape from Ganges, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

A devotee walks back to shore after taking a dip in the waters of the river Ganges in the northern Indian city of Allahabad May 17, 2011

Female Hindu pilgrims take a dip at the confluence of the Ganges river and the Bay of Bengal at Sagar Island, south of Kolkata, January 13, 2012

Hindu devotees gather to perform prayers on the banks of the river Ganga on the occasion of the first day of " Pitru Paksha"

The shadow of a boy is seen as he jumps into the Ganges river to cool off on a hot summer day on the outskirts of Kolkata, India, April 22, 2016. REUTERS/Rupak De Chowdhuri TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Parione, Piazza Navona, Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Fountain of the Four Rivers, River God Ganges

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Parione, Piazza Navona, Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Fountain of the Four Rivers, River God Ganges

Colored reflections in the waters of the Ganges. Varanasi, India

Sunrise on the Gandin Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Asia, India, Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi district. Varanasi at sunrise

Jessore, Bangladesh. A traditional boatman transports milk to market

Jessore, Bangladesh. The Bhairab river is clogged with water hyacinth

Jessore, Bangladesh. Large boats can travel far inland in the Ganges-Brahmaputra delta

Ghats
Roxana Labagnara

River Ganges, Benares, India

Benares / Varanasi India Victorian period

Bathing in the River Ganges, Varanasi, India

River Ganges Varanasi India probably 1920s

Bathing in the River Ganges, India, Victorian period

Attuned to existence
Trevor Cole

Man of the Ghats
Trevor Cole

Detail from Bernini's Four Rivers fountain, fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy (photo)
7071416 Detail from Bernini's Four Rivers fountain, fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy (photo) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Rome

Detail from Bernini's Four Rivers fountain, fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy (photo)
7071407 Detail from Bernini's Four Rivers fountain, fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy (photo) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Rome

Church of Sant Agnese in Agone, Fountain of the Four Rivers, Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy (photo)
7071421 Church of Sant Agnese in Agone, Fountain of the Four Rivers, Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy (photo) by Rainaldi, Carlo (1611-91); Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Church of Sant Agnese in Agone)

DDE-90024300
Boat on water, Sunderbans national park, West Bengal, India Date: 12/08/2006

DDE-90024299
Sunderbans national park, West Bengal, India Date: 12/08/2006

Illuminations at Benares in Honour of the Prince of Wales, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Illuminations at Benares in Honour of the Prince of Wales, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant

View of the Sacred Isle of Devinath, on the Ganges, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the Sacred Isle of Devinath, on the Ganges, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

View of Cawnpore, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of Cawnpore, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

View of the Quay of Benares, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the Quay of Benares, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

View of the Ghat of Daceswamedh, Benares, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the Ghat of Daceswamedh, Benares, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Boats and Boatmen of the Ganges, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Boats and Boatmen of the Ganges, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Religious Festival at Benares, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Religious Festival at Benares, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Scene on the Banks of the Ganges, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Scene on the Banks of the Ganges, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Ghat Hurdwar, c. 1850
7262317 Ghat Hurdwar, c.1850 by Metzeroth, Bernhard (1813-48); 10.9x16.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bernhard Metzeroth (1813-1848) Caption Ghat Hurdwar, Aus d. Kunstanst. D. Bibliogr

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"Journey through the Soul of India: The Enchanting Ganges" Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of the Ganges, as depicted in an Indian State Railways poster. A gateway to a world steeped in tradition and spirituality, this iconic river holds countless tales within its sacred waters. Picture an elderly man skillfully playing a sitar by the tranquil banks of the Ganga River. His melodies resonate with centuries-old wisdom and evoke a sense of peace that can only be found amidst nature's harmonious symphony. Intriguingly, even at Folies Bergere, an unexpected connection to the Ganges emerges. "En Pleine Folie" transports you to a realm where cultures intertwine, reminding us that art transcends boundaries and unites diverse souls. Venture further along this mystical journey and discover a partially submerged tilted Shiva temple beneath the ghats. This architectural marvel stands as a testament to devotion despite life's unpredictable tides – just like our own journeys. As musicians play their sitars and tablas on these hallowed shores, their music becomes one with the rhythm of life itself. Their melodies carry prayers whispered by pilgrims seeking solace along this ancient river's edge. Lakshman temple gazes upon Rishikesh from its perch above the Ganges, offering panoramic views that stir both awe and introspection. Here lies serenity amidst bustling crowds; here resides tranquility amid chaos – for such is India's eternal dance. Garhmukhtesar beckons you next through an enticing poster adorning your path. Venture into this hidden gem where time seems suspended; let it reveal secrets known only to those who dare explore beyond well-trodden paths. Buddha himself crosses these sacred waters - his enlightenment mirrored in every ripple upon its surface. The Ganges carries not just physical sustenance but also spiritual nourishment for those who seek enlightenment and inner peace.