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Competitors prepare for horse race as they pay homage at the shrine of the Muslim
Competitors prepare for horse race as they pay homage at the shrine of the Muslim Sufi poet Shah Abdul Latif in Bhit Shah, Pakistan, November 28, 2015. Thousands of devotees and performers from various parts of Pakistan gathered for the three day Urs festival to pay homage to Muslim Sufi poet Shah Abdul Latif, popularly known as Bhitai. The Urs festival features open air food stalls, singing, dancing, poetry and competitive sports. Picture taken November 28, 2015. REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro - GF
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In this photo print, competitors are seen preparing for a thrilling horse race while paying homage at the shrine of the revered Muslim Sufi poet Shah Abdul Latif in Bhit Shah, Pakistan. The image captures the essence of the three-day Urs festival, where thousands of devotees and performers from all corners of Pakistan gather to honor and celebrate the legacy of Bhitai. The atmosphere is charged with excitement as participants gear up for the exhilarating race. Horses stand tall and strong, their riders donning vibrant traditional attire that reflects their rich cultural heritage. Surrounding them is an aura of devotion and reverence as they pay their respects to Shah Abdul Latif. The Urs festival offers more than just competitive sports; it is a spectacle filled with open-air food stalls, melodious singing, graceful dancing, soul-stirring poetry recitations, and joyous celebrations. It serves as a platform for people to come together in unity and express their love for art, culture, and spirituality. Photographer Akhtar Soomro skillfully captures this momentous occasion on November 28th, 2015. His lens immortalizes not only the physicality of the event but also its emotional depth – showcasing how faith intertwines seamlessly with tradition in this sacred gathering. This photograph serves as a testament to both human resilience and our ability to find solace in shared experiences during times when we need it most.
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