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13th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Only Hope

People come to holy places with their hopes, dreams and faith, asking the health and happiness of their loved ones. They do not spare their legs, went kilometers just to touch the walls of the sanctuary and pray. Each of them has his own reason, but here it becomes easier. There is a special energy. In addition, there is a belief that by touching the mausoleum, you can make a wish - it will certainly be fulfilled.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 05.2014
Date Uploaded: 09.2015
Photo Location: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Camera: Canon EOS 1100D
Copyright: © Fariza Abdraimova