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Colourful prayer flags, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia
Filename: 851-427.jpg
Size: 3744 x 5616 (9.0MB)
Date: 8th May 2011
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: Simon Montgomery/Robert Harding
Source: www.robertharding.com
County: Tibet, TI
Country: China
© Simon Montgomery
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Colourful prayer flags, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia
Robert Harding Picture Library provides high quality travel, nature, wildlife & environmental photos
Media ID 9595873
© Simon Montgomery
Close Ups Customs Lhasa Prayer Flags Prayers Tibet
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the vibrant essence of Lhasa, Tibet, with its iconic colourful prayer flags fluttering in the wind. The image transports us to this mystical corner of China, where ancient traditions and spirituality intertwine seamlessly. Lhasa, known as the heart and soul of Tibetan Buddhism, is a city that exudes an air of tranquility and devotion. These prayer flags are not merely decorative; they hold deep significance for the local people who believe that their prayers are carried by the wind to bless all sentient beings. The vertical composition emphasizes the height at which these flags are suspended, creating a sense of awe and reverence. Against a clear blue sky backdrop, each flag stands out vividly in its unique hue - red symbolizing fire, green representing water, yellow signifying earth, white embodying air, and blue epitomizing space. As we gaze upon this photograph's close-ups of individual flags gently swaying in unison with nature's rhythm, we can almost hear faint whispers of prayers echoing through time. It serves as a poignant reminder that despite our diverse beliefs and customs across cultures worldwide, there exists a universal yearning for peace and spiritual connection. Simon Montgomery/Robert Harding has masterfully captured this momentous scene through his lens. This print invites us to embark on an inner journey while admiring the external beauty before us – reminding us that sometimes it is amidst such breathtaking landscapes that we find solace for our souls.
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