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A Kazakh girl braids her hair against the background of a burnt-out building.

The photo shows the results of the January events in Kazakhstan, Almaty. Against the background of burned buildings, a Kazakh girl in bright attire braids her hair. Kazakh national patterns are based on her attire. She represents freedom, confidence and hope.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Camera: X100V
Copyright: © Alua Ualiyeva