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People praying at Sri Maha Bodhi (sacred bodhi tree), Anuradhapura, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia
Filename: 800-849.jpg
Size: 5616 x 3744 (5.2MB)
Date: 1st April 2012
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: Ian Trower/Robert Harding
Source: www.robertharding.com
Country: Sri Lanka
© Ian Trower
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People praying at Sri Maha Bodhi (sacred bodhi tree), Anuradhapura, UNESCO World Heritage Site, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia
Robert Harding Picture Library provides high quality travel, nature, wildlife & environmental photos
Media ID 7892193
© Ian Trower
3rd Century Bc Antiquities Antiquity Anuradhapura Asian Culture Day Time Faith Fig Tree North Central Province Pilgrim Prayer Flag Praying Sacred South Asian Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Sri Maha Bodhi Stereotypical Stereotypically Asian Traditionally Asian Traditionally Sri Lankan Typically Asian Worship
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the serene atmosphere at Sri Maha Bodhi, a sacred bodhi tree in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. As people gather around this UNESCO World Heritage Site, their heads bowed in prayer, a sense of reverence and spirituality fills the air. The ancient roots of this historical landmark date back to the 3rd century BC, making it an important symbol of faith and cultural heritage. In this image, we see a diverse group of worshippers engaging in their daily rituals under the shade of the majestic bodhi tree. A woman dressed traditionally is captured mid-prayer, her hands clasped together as she seeks solace and guidance. The vibrant colors of prayer flags fluttering gently in the breeze add an element of visual enchantment to this scene. The photograph beautifully portrays how religion transcends boundaries and unites people from all walks of life. It showcases not only Sri Lanka's rich Buddhist heritage but also highlights the significance that spiritual sites hold for individuals seeking solace or enlightenment. Through Ian Trower/Robert Harding's lens, we are transported to a place where time seems to stand still—a place where history intertwines with devotion and nature merges with faith. This remarkable snapshot encapsulates both the beauty and tranquility found within one small corner of Asia's vast cultural tapestry.
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