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21 January 2026

Devotees take idols of Goddess Saraswati to the pandal ahead of the Saraswati Puja festival in Kolkata, India, on January 21, 2026.

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21 January 2026

Devotees take idols of Goddess Saraswati to the pandal ahead of the Saraswati Puja festival in Kolkata, India, on January 21, 2026.

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21 January 2026

Devotees take idols of Goddess Saraswati to the pandal ahead of the Saraswati Puja festival in Kolkata, India, on January 21, 2026.

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21 January 2026

Devotees take idols of Goddess Saraswati to the pandal ahead of the Saraswati Puja festival in Kolkata, India, on January 21, 2026.

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#13219415

20 January 2026

The temple's ceiling at Bomunsa temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea, is decorated with elaborate dancheong, traditional Korean decorative painting, featuring vivid colors and intricate geometric and floral motifs. Dancheong consists of ornate designs painted in striking reds, blues, greens, and golds, which enhance the aesthetic beauty of the sacred space and symbolize protection and spiritual harmony. The craftsmanship reflects centuries of cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into Korea's enduring artistic and religious traditions.

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#13219416

20 January 2026

The temple's ceiling at Bomunsa temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea, is decorated with elaborate dancheong, traditional Korean decorative painting, featuring vivid colors and intricate geometric and floral motifs. Dancheong consists of ornate designs painted in striking reds, blues, greens, and golds, which enhance the aesthetic beauty of the sacred space and symbolize protection and spiritual harmony. The craftsmanship reflects centuries of cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into Korea's enduring artistic and religious traditions.

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#13219417

20 January 2026

The temple's ceiling at Bomunsa temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea, is decorated with elaborate dancheong, traditional Korean decorative painting, featuring vivid colors and intricate geometric and floral motifs. Dancheong consists of ornate designs painted in striking reds, blues, greens, and golds, which enhance the aesthetic beauty of the sacred space and symbolize protection and spiritual harmony. The craftsmanship reflects centuries of cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into Korea's enduring artistic and religious traditions.

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#13219418

20 January 2026

On January 20, 2026, in Incheon, South Korea, a view of the Rock-carved Seated Bodhisattva at Bomunsa Temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea, is observed. Dancheong, ornate designs painted in striking reds, blues, greens, and golds, not only enhance the aesthetic beauty of the sacred space but also symbolize protection and spiritual harmony. The craftsmanship reflects centuries of cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into Korea's enduring artistic and religious traditions. Bomunsa Temple, located on Seokmodo Island in South Korea, traces its origins back to the year 635 during the reign of Queen Seondeok of the Silla Dynasty. According to historical accounts, the temple is founded by the monk Hyejeong, who, while practicing asceticism on Mount Geumgang, is said to witness a divine manifestation of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. Moved by the vision, he journeys to Ganghwa Island and establishes the temple. Legend holds that the temple's history begins when a sacred stone is retrieved from the sea and enshrined as a representation of the Buddha. This act of reverence marks the beginning of Bomunsa's spiritual legacy, which continues to draw pilgrims and visitors to this day.

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#13219421

20 January 2026

A view of the temple's door is decorated with elaborate dancheong, traditional Korean decorative painting, featuring vivid colors and intricate geometric and floral motifs at Bomunsa temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea, on January 20, 2026. Dancheong consists of ornate designs, painted in striking reds, blues, greens, and golds, which not only enhance the aesthetic of the sacred space but also symbolize protection and spiritual harmony. The craftsmanship reflects centuries of cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into Korea's enduring artistic and religious traditions.

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#13212319

18 January 2026

Vendors sell Saraswati idols ahead of the Basant Panchami festival in Kolkata, India, on January 18, 2026.

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18 January 2026

A lady carries a Saraswati idol ahead of the Basant Panchami festival in Kolkata, India, on January 18, 2026.

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#13212321

18 January 2026

An artisan applies the final touches to a Saraswati idol in a pottery hub in Kolkata, India, on January 18, 2026, ahead of the Basant Panchami festival.

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18 January 2026

An artisan applies the final touches to a Saraswati idol in a pottery hub in Kolkata, India, on January 18, 2026, ahead of the Basant Panchami festival.

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18 January 2026

A person takes photos of a huge Saraswati idol ahead of the Basant Panchami festival inside a pottery hub in Kolkata, India, on January 18, 2026.

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18 January 2026

A lady carries a Saraswati idol ahead of the Basant Panchami festival in Kolkata, India, on January 18, 2026.

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#13212325

18 January 2026

An idol maker draws the eye of a Saraswati idol ahead of the Basant Panchami festival inside a pottery hub in Kolkata, India, on January 18, 2026.

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