The Tawang Gompa in Western Arunachal Pradesh offers so much to the discerning global traveller. It has rich culture. It is set amidst the mighty Himalayan mountains and thus offers a pretty setting. It has vibrant colours. It offers a rich learning experience both to Buddhists and others. And, you feel at peace in its spiritual perimeter.
As I was walking through the large Tawang Gompa campus, I spotted this young Buddhist monk deeply engrossed in his book.This moment was too difficult for me to pass and hence I captured this learning moment.
In this photo, the Buddhist monk is standing next to a clothes line on the terrace of the monk quarters inside the Tawang Gompa. It was only when I stood there clicking his picture for a long while, did he raise his head. But, he went back to his book after throwing a shy smile at me.
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good capture! liked the black and white more!
ReplyDeleteLove the color... Red robes make lovely pictures! :)
ReplyDeleteHave been to a few monasteries myself and its always very nice watching people go about their daily chores.. almost feels like a different world
Wonderful , both the pics are equally good
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ReplyDeleteThank you Meena! I agree...Buddhist dresses in itself are very colourful and appealing. It is such a beautiful experience to spend time in a Buddhist settlement. I truly love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you Anu!
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