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Circle of life and death

"Moksha" Daily, 100-150 corpses are cremated at the "Manikarnika " ghat, the holiest crematorium for Hindus, believing that cremation here ensures freedom from the cycle of birth and death. To shoot while amongst the cremators and literally not ‘disturb a soul’, is an incredible experience!

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: Varanasi, India
Camera: ILCE-7SM2
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