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a boy on a store-lined street in Rishikesh, India
October 3, 2014

A Window on Wonder

Pilgrims and tourists from all over the world come to the holy city of Rishikesh, India, to visit the Ganges and give offerings. Shops lining the streets display spiritual items and colorful toys, here captivating a boy’s attention.

Pete McBride’s source-to-sea expedition, following the length of the Ganges River, was recently featured on our photography blog, Proof.

Photograph by Pete McBride
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