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Religious Festival at Benares, 1890. Creator: Unknown
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Religious Festival at Benares, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Religious Festival at Benares, 1890. Hindu festival in Varanasi also known as Benares on the river Ganga in Uttar Pradesh, India, is the holiest of seven sacred cities. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol. IV - Modern History", by Edmund Ollier. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1890]
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This print captures the essence of a religious festival at Benares in 1890. The creator remains unknown, but their work beautifully depicts a Hindu celebration in Varanasi, also known as Benares, on the sacred river Ganga in Uttar Pradesh, India. This city holds immense spiritual significance as one of the holiest among seven sacred cities. The image is sourced from "Cassells Illustrated Universal History". Volume IV - Modern History by Edmund Ollier, published by Cassell and Company Ltd. in London, Paris, and Melbourne back in 1890. It showcases an engraving that transports us to this historic moment. In this scene, we witness a multitude of people joyfully participating in the festivities aboard boats sailing along the Ganges River. Men and women are seen paddling houseboats while others sail gracefully on smaller sailboats. The atmosphere exudes devotion and reverence as individuals engage with their faith amidst picturesque surroundings. This photograph not only provides a glimpse into 19th-century Indian culture but also serves as a metaphor for journeys both physical and spiritual. It reminds us of the power religion holds over people's lives throughout history. As we admire this monochrome masterpiece captured by an anonymous artist long ago, we are reminded of the rich heritage embedded within every corner of our world – where traditions intertwine with geography to create moments that transcend time itself.
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