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Farm boys play on land on the opposite side of River Jumna
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Farm boys play on land on the opposite side of River Jumna
Farm boys play on land on the opposite side of the River Jumna (or Yamuna) to the Taj Mahal. One rides a bicycle. Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India Date: 1984
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1984 Bicycle Bike Eighties Jumna Mahal Pradesh Yamuna
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This evocative photograph captures the innocence and carefree spirit of childhood in Agra, India during the 1980s. Taken on the banks of the River Jumna (Yamuna), opposite the world-renowned Taj Mahal, two farm boys engage in a simple game of play. One boy, dressed in a white shirt and pants, rides a rustic bicycle, while the other, clad in a blue shirt and dhoti, watches intently. The serene waters of the river reflect the sun's rays, creating a picturesque backdrop for their playful moment. The scene transports us back in time to the 1980s, a decade marked by significant social and political changes in India. The boys' attire and the simple pleasure they derive from their game offer a stark contrast to the modernity and commercialization that has since engulfed the area around the Taj Mahal. The photograph, taken in Uttar Pradesh, India, in 1984, beautifully encapsulates the essence of childhood, resilience, and the simple joys of life. It invites us to reflect on the universal experiences of growing up and the power of a moment frozen in time.
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