India in 52 frames - 26

The river, the power, the mother

In Indian mythology, the river Ganga holds as exalted status. She's the consort of the Holy Trinity of Bramha, Vishnu and Shiva. She is personified as the ever flowing Power, and the ever forgiving all accepting Mother. It is no wonder, to see countless Indians lining up each morning along its banks, praying - for she is the distilled lifeblood of Indian tradition.

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Camera : Canon EOS 350D Digital
Aperture: f/6.3
Shutter Speed: 1/800 sec
Focal Length : 190mm
ISO Speed: 400

India in 52 frames - 8

The Morning After
Dev Deepavali is celebrated on the occasion of Kartik Poornima when the Ghats of Varanasi come alive with thousands of Diyas (earthen lamps). Dev Deepavali, celebrated on the fifteenth day of Diwali, is a tribute to river Ganga by the people of Varanasi. Dev Deepavali is held on the full moon day in the month of Kartik (also known as Kartik Purnima) and is observed with great fanfare and feasts. It is believed that on the day of Dev Deepavali, the Gods descend on Earth. And after a boisterous night of festivities, all that remains are these flowers.

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Camera: Canon EOS 350D Digital

Aperture: f/5.6

Shutter Speed: 1/800 sec

Focal Length : 140mm

ISO Speed: 200

Exposure Program: Aperture Priority

Dev Deepawali

Dev Deepawali is one of the most celebrated festivals in Varanasi. It coincides with Kartik Poornima. The Ghats of Varanasi come alive with thousands of Diyas (earthen lamps). It is believed that on the day of Dev Deepavali, the very Gods descend on Earth to bathe in the sacred river Ganga.See more here

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Camera: Canon EOS 350D Digital
Lens: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f/3.5 - 5.6
Aperture: f/10
Shutter Speed: 1 sec
Focal Length: 46 mm
ISO Speed: ISO 100
Exposure : Aperture Priority / Macro