Rann of Kutch , Gujarat Photography Tour

  This unique “Rann of Kutch” photography tour focuses on the people of Kutch and their vanishing culture and lifestyle. It captures the tribal communities in the rural heartland of western Gujarat. “India lives in its villages” and villages in “Rann of Kutch” represent a different flavour of traditional India. The tribal communities in these…

Intha Fishermen of Inle Lake: The Icon of Myanmar

Intha Fishermen of Inle Lake: The Icon of Myanmar    Images and article by Tania Chatterjee       The picture of one legged Intha fishermen on Inle Lake is the first picture to introduce Inle. The way the Intha fisherman ride their boat with one leg and fishing with free hand is unique and…

Widows of Vrindavan and Holi: The Connection!

Widows of Vrindavan and Holi: The Connection! Image and article by Tania Chatterjee   Widows in Vrindavan! “After my husband’s death, my son and daughter-in-law abandoned me in Vrindavan”. Ever since, Mira Das (name changed to maintain privacy) never went back to her native place. For Mira and many widows like her, Vrindavan is there…

RAMNAMI: WRAPPED WITH FAITH

RAMNAMI: WRAPPED WITH FAITH Article and Images by Tania Chatterjee Ramnami: wrapped with faith Fascinated by the people who have tattooed the famous Hindu God’s name “RAM” all over their body, I made an attempt to photo document this diminishing tradition of their body art. “Wrapped with Faith” is a series of images of RANMANI…

The Bonda Tribe: Experience an aboriginal journey

The Bonda Tribe: Experience an aboriginal journey  Images and article by Tania Chatterjee Weekly Market of the Bonda Tribe The only gateway to see and interact with the highly protective Bonda tribal community is their weekly market. The weekly market is held in the village of Onkadelli. The village is a few minutes’ drive from…

Novice Monk in Myanmar: A way of life to photograph

Novice Monk in Myanmar: A way of life to photograph   “A Monk life is dedicated for Discipline, Peace of Mind, Worship, Power of Calmness It is not easy to become a monk, but it is not difficult to follow their footsteps…” @pamela     Novice Monks in Myanmar – a typical day This term…

Yangon Circular Railway: Train ride with the Locals

LOCAL LIFE ON THE YANGON CIRCULAR RAILWAY Images and Article by Tania Chatterjee – requesting all readers to share the blog extensively, great place to visit after corona pandemic Yangon circular railway is the best place to know about the lives of semi-urban populace. Yangon circular railway will help you experience the local neighborhood, small…

Rakher Upobash: The Hindu Religious Festival of Bangladesh

  Rakher Upobash: The Hindu Religious Festival of Bangladesh Images and Article by Tania Chatterjee Rakher Upobash is also known as Kartik Brati. It is a one of the famous Hindu Religious festivals in Bangladesh. Rakher Upobash is celebrated in Shri Loknath Brahmchari Ashram in Narayanganj district.   Dates for Rakher Upobash Rakher Upobash is…

KERALA THEYYAM: THE DANCE OF THE AVTARS!

KERALA THEYYAM: THE DANCE OF THE AVTARS! Images and article by Tania Chatterjee     BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THEYYAM! Theyyam is an ancient folk art form of North Malabar region of Kerala, India. In short it can be stated as the dance of the God. It is a rich living culture of Kerala which can…

VARANASI DEV DEEPAWALI (DIWALI): THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

 VARANASI DEV DEEPAWALI (DIWALI): THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Article and Images by Tania Chatterjee Varanasi Dev Deepawali (Diwali) is a memorable experience. During Dev Deepawali the Ganges riverfront comes alive with a million oil lamps. Varanasi Dev Deepawali (Diwali) attracts lakhs of pilgrims and tourists. The sight of people performing rituals and the lighting of…