The Maha Kumbha Mela, one of the largest and most sacred gatherings in the world, is a celebration of faith, culture, and spirituality that draws millions of pilgrims to the banks of sacred rivers in India. For the 2025 edition, Indian photographer Nilanjan Ray will capture the profound essence of…
Back in 2006, I picked up Dan Brown’s “Angels and Demons,” and it was as though a curtain lifted, revealing a world of wonder. Italy’s streets, its mesmerizing art and culture, the hidden secrets of the Vatican, and the rich tapestry of its history unfurled before me, igniting a deep…
There is no sound outside the window. The city of Dhaka is hushed in a complete shutdown due to political unrest. No internet, no Facebook, no Instagram, no Netflix. It’s the perfect time to reminisce about my trip to Cherrapunji. I’m unsure where to begin. Initially, I obtained an Indian…
Yellow in photography symbolizes warmth and vitality, transcending cultural divides to unite diverse subjects under its luminous glow. It captures human expressions and landscapes with a vibrancy that reflects universal emotions: joy, hope, and creativity. Whether in portraits or nature scenes, yellow invokes a sense of harmony and connection, highlighting…
The ruins of Hampi sprawl over an area of around 26 square kilometers, comprising numerous temples, palaces, gateways, and other structures that reflect the grandeur and architectural brilliance of the Vijayanagara Empire. The site is situated on the banks of the Tungabhadra River, surrounded by rocky terrain and lush greenery,…
“Teacher is the name of one incarnation of God” The teacher, Mr. Deep Narayan Nayak, has painted blackboards on the walls of houses and taught children on the streets from 2019 to the present day, after the local school shut down due to COVID-19 restrictions imposed nationwide in March 2021.…
Like every other metro city across the globe, New Delhi is also changing fast – socio-economically, culturally as well as architecturally. It has still remained a horizontal city (unlike Mumbai or New York which had to grow vertically), but is slowly becoming a maze of flyovers and bridges. Most of…
Vivid, cinematic and poetic, it’s all about my inner contemplation whenever I take a walk in the rain. And this time it was a dark gloomy evening when I left home and reached the fairyland of my city Kolkata named Park Street where rain blends with vivid lights and makes…
The images are from the traditional Kaalapootu (Bull Surfing ) held mostly in villages in North Kerala. The race takes place during the post-harvest season in August and lasts from noon until dusk. In southern Kerala, these events are held under the name “Maramadi”. Though the events are held in…
The streets of Kolkata have intrigued me for decades, enticing me with all the ingredients of drama and intrigue. I have an equal penchant for the rain, and have, at times, played with the nuances of a shower with my camera. There were stray instances, more due to requests, that…
Whenever I heard about Dubai it’s always the modern architecture, high-rise buildings, lavish lifestyle, and super big malls. When I wanted to try street photography there I looked for something different and then I came across the Old Dubai area. It’s actually an area dedicated to the old culture and…
I am inspired by an idealized nature, which suits my melancholic and introverted character; a nature without any distracting elements, serene, and beautiful, born from my love of silence and solitude. And while I photograph ordinary subjects, it is often things that we do not notice as we go about…
Photographer Gabriele Galimberti captured heartwarming father-child relationships around the world. A talented photographer hailing from Italy, renowned for curating poignant and thought-provoking visual narratives. In this latest endeavor, he has skillfully immortalized fathers across the globe, frozen in tender moments of shared joy with their beloved children. Drawing from the…
In a quaint village nestled amidst the lush greenery, not far from the bustling city of Kolkata, lived an 80-year-old man named Sundar Rajbongshit. Despite his age, Sundar possessed a radiant energy that defied time. He had spent a significant portion of his life working tirelessly, first in a private…
For six immersive weeks, I immersed myself in the infamous Roman neighborhood of Corviale, a colossal utopian social housing project that looms large on the outskirts of Rome. Built in the early 1980s, this architectural behemoth stands as a poignant symbol of both unfulfilled aspirations and the challenges of urban…
Sarhul is a joyous and culturally significant festival that brings together communities to honor nature, express gratitude, and celebrate the arrival of spring. The festival is characterized by vivid colors, lively dances, mesmerizing music, and elaborate rituals. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and traditions of…