Esther's photos with the keyword: burning

Guatemalans celebrate "La Quema del Diablo" (Burning of the Devil), every December 7th. Fireworks are set and pinatas or wooden effigies of the devil are burned, symbolizing the cleansing of negativity and preparation for the Christmas season. AP1045421

Guatemalans celebrate "La Quema del Diablo" (Burning of the Devil), every December 7th. Fireworks are set and pinatas or wooden effigies of the devil are burned, symbolizing the cleansing of negativity and preparation for the Christmas season. AP1045412

Guatemalans celebrate "La Quema del Diablo" (Burning of the Devil), every December 7th. Fireworks are set and pinatas or wooden effigies of the devil are burned, symbolizing the cleansing of negativity and preparation for the Christmas season. AP10454126

Guatemalans celebrate "La Quema del Diablo" (Burning of the Devil), every December 7th. Fireworks are set and pinatas or wooden effigies of the devil are burned, symbolizing the cleansing of negativity and preparation for the Christmas season. AP1045327

Guatemalans celebrate "La Quema del Diablo" (Burning of the Devil), every December 7th. Fireworks are set and pinatas or wooden effigies of the devil are burned, symbolizing the cleansing of negativity and preparation for the Christmas season. A20241207 180116

Cremation ghats on the Ganges at Varanasi, India. This was a nightshot without flash taken from a rowboat at a respectful distance so the movement of the boat is apparently. However, I liked the way it came out. Varanasi is considered to be a holy city by Buddhists and Jains, and is viewed as the holiest place in the world by Hindus who believe that it was founded by the Hindu deity, Lord Shiva, around 5,000 years ago. It is believed to be one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. AIMG_9741