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20 January 2026

On January 20, 2026, in Incheon, South Korea, a flock of seagulls eagerly swoops down to snatch food thrown by visitors near Bomunsa Temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea. 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 monk Hyejeong, while practicing asceticism on Mount Geumgang, witnesses 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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#13219414

20 January 2026

On January 20, 2026, in Incheon, South Korea, a flock of seagulls eagerly swoops down to snatch food thrown by visitors near Bomunsa Temple on Ganghwa Island, South Korea. 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 monk Hyejeong, while practicing asceticism on Mount Geumgang, witnesses 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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#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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#13092893

14 December 2025

Performers greet visitors outside the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the Festive Lights event at Queen's Park in Toronto, Canada, on December 13, 2025.

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#13092895

14 December 2025

Performers greet visitors outside the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the Festive Lights event at Queen's Park in Toronto, Canada, on December 13, 2025.

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#13092898

14 December 2025

Performers greet visitors outside the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for the Festive Lights event at Queen's Park in Toronto, Canada, on December 13, 2025.

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#12785878

23 September 2025

The Homomonument in central Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 10, 2025, is the world's first memorial honoring gay men and lesbians persecuted for their sexuality, including those killed under Nazi rule. It opens on September 5, 1987.

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#12785879

23 September 2025

The Homomonument in central Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 10, 2025, is the world's first memorial honoring gay men and lesbians persecuted for their sexuality, including those killed under Nazi rule. It opens on September 5, 1987.

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#12785880

23 September 2025

The Homomonument in central Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 10, 2025, is the world's first memorial honoring gay men and lesbians persecuted for their sexuality, including those killed under Nazi rule. It opens on September 5, 1987.

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#12785881

23 September 2025

The Homomonument in central Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 10, 2025, is the world's first memorial honoring gay men and lesbians persecuted for their sexuality, including those killed under Nazi rule. It opens on September 5, 1987.

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#12785882

23 September 2025

The Homomonument in central Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 10, 2025, is the world's first memorial honoring gay men and lesbians persecuted for their sexuality, including those killed under Nazi rule. It opens on September 5, 1987.

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#12785883

23 September 2025

The Homomonument in central Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 10, 2025, is the world's first memorial honoring gay men and lesbians persecuted for their sexuality, including those killed under Nazi rule. It opens on September 5, 1987.

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#12785884

23 September 2025

The Homomonument in central Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 10, 2025, is the world's first memorial honoring gay men and lesbians persecuted for their sexuality, including those killed under Nazi rule. It opens on September 5, 1987.

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#12611948

3 August 2025

A visitor touches a Fat-tailed Gecko during the Pet Expo Thailand 2025 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 3, 2025.

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#12611949

3 August 2025

A visitor plays with a python during the Pet Expo Thailand 2025 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 3, 2025.

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3 August 2025

A visitor plays with a python during the Pet Expo Thailand 2025 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 3, 2025.

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