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Taking a Rest
Lhasa. May, 1993

These two men prostrate the one kilometer kora (path of circumambulation) around the Jokhang Temple in order to earn spiritual merit. The wood paddles, heavy leather aprons and tire strips on their shoes protect them from constant rubbing against the ground.



Images and text © 1995, Amina Tirana

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