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A tree is surrounded by wishing threads on the way to the St
A tree is surrounded by wishing threads on the way to the St. George of the Bells or Aya Yorgi Greek Orthodox church in Buyukada, the largest of the Princes Islands in the Sea of Marmara off Istanbul, Turkey April 23, 2018. The notes on the tree read: " Do not light candles in the forest" and " It is forbidden to attach threads to the trees". REUTERS/Murad Sezer
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In this photo print, a majestic tree stands tall amidst a sea of vibrant wishing threads on the path leading to St. George of the Bells, also known as Aya Yorgi Greek Orthodox church in Buyukada, Turkey. Taken on April 23,2018, by Murad Sezer for Reuters Images, this image captures the essence of communication and faith in nature's embrace. The tree is adorned with handwritten notes that convey important messages: "Do not light candles in the forest" and "It is forbidden to attach threads to the trees". These words serve as gentle reminders to visitors about respecting and preserving the natural beauty surrounding them. The composition showcases an exquisite blend of greenery and sunlight filtering through its branches. The creative use of colorful strings adds a touch of warmth and freshness against the backdrop of summer skies. With no people present in the frame, it allows viewers to immerse themselves fully into this serene scene. This photograph symbolizes both tradition and nature intertwined harmoniously. It serves as a visual testament to our connection with spirituality while urging us to protect our environment from potential dangers. As we gaze upon this enchanting sight captured by Murad Sezer's lens, we are reminded that even within sacred spaces like these, there exists an inherent responsibility towards safeguarding our surroundings for generations yet to come.
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