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Valley of the Buddhas | Bamiyan
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Valley of the Buddhas | Bamiyan
The Buddha statues of Bamiyan were built in the 5th and 6th century A.D. They were blown up by the Taliban regime in 2001, on the pretext that these statues were un-Islamic.The Buddhas of Bamiyan were the largest examples of standing Buddha carvings in the world, listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.The Chinese Buddhist pilgrim Xuanzang passed through the area around 630 AD and described Bamiyan as a flourishing Buddhist center with more than ten monasteries and more than a thousand monks and the figurines decorated with gold and fine jewels
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Media ID 12017522
Afghanistan Field Shadow Valley Bamiyan Bamiyan Province Green Color
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This print captures the haunting beauty of the "Valley of the Buddhas" in Bamiyan, Afghanistan. The image showcases the remnants of two colossal Buddha statues that once stood proudly in this ancient valley, only to be tragically destroyed by the Taliban regime in 2001. These magnificent statues were built during the 5th and 6th century A. D. , making them a testament to an extraordinary era of Buddhist art and culture. Standing as the largest examples of standing Buddha carvings worldwide, they were recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The photographer's lens transports us back in time when Chinese Buddhist pilgrim Xuanzang described Bamiyan as a thriving center for Buddhism with numerous monasteries and countless monks. These sacred figurines were adorned with gold and precious jewels, radiating their spiritual significance. In this image, we witness nature reclaiming its territory as vibrant green plants surround what remains of these majestic figures. The clear blue sky overhead contrasts against the rugged mountains that enclose this historic valley. Sunlight casts long shadows across the landscape, adding depth to its ancient allure. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded not only of humanity's capacity for destruction but also our duty to preserve and protect our shared cultural heritage. Through Hadi Zaher's lens, we are transported into an enchanting world where history intertwines with nature's resilience—a poignant reminder of what was lost but should never be forgotten.
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