Thursday, September 30, 2010

Har Ki Paudi

     In the foot hills of the Himalayas on the banks of the river Yamuna is the small temple town of Haridwar. Literally translated this means the Gateway to God. Every evening, at this holy spot called 'Har ki Paudi', thousands of devotees gather for the evening prayers. Many take the holy dip in the waters which are chilling in the winters. It is a festive atmosphere full of unabated revelry. There is something of interest for every one, be it young or old. Come join the fun through this watercolor.
     And yes, in another two days I will be leaving Africa for home : India. Will take some time to settle down. Lets see if I can manage something in between. Have a nice weekend. See you soon.

27 comments:

  1. See you soon Ak ! I hope everything will be ok

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  2. Asit,

    Another brilliant painting, and another history lesson for me. Thank you!

    Take care,
    Brian

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  3. This is lovely. I really enjoy reading about the meaning in your paintings.

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  4. Hi Asit, also this one looks to me a very nice watercolor, I like the composition and the way you painted the buildings.
    Have a good trip back to India. Best regards.

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  5. Wonderful painting. The way you have captured it is brilliant.

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  6. Love the painting and the story behind it.
    Safe journey home xx

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  7. dear asit, you bring us wondrful places of your
    world. thanks for sharing. Have a save trip
    bak home.we were waiting for you.

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  8. LAS ACUARELAS SON TAN BONITAS Y TAN ALEGRES.
    UN SALUDO

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  9. These are beautiful scenes, how fortunate you get to visit and interperet them for us. Lucky viewers! Very inspiring... safe travels!

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  10. Asit, what wonderful clear colors you have achieved in this delightful painting!
    Have a safe trip home!

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  11. Hola Asit, hacía algún tiempo que no te visitaba, y he disfrutado mucho de estos últimos trabajos, llenos de color y con una búsqueda de un estilo original, me gusta tu manera de definir los planos lejanos a base de cuadrados de color , me parece muy original y produce un efecto muy bonito.
    saludos.

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  12. Beautiful. And I want to thank you for your words under the paintings, making us understand better your vision.

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  13. You have displayed a loose style here which I like a lot, nice impression of the place!

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  14. Asit, another great painting. good luck on your trip home.

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  15. molto bello. Dei bellissimi colori brillanti. Elvi

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  16. Have a very safe trip and a wonderful visit. You've captured a beautiful glow to this painting, perhaps showing the light and joy of the people.

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  17. This really does glow - wonderful composition and technique. It looks magical...

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  18. Genial AK me gusta esa superposición de planos desde la lejanía a primer plano, muy buena elección de los colores.
    Saludos.

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  19. Hace tiempo que no visitaba tu espacio de arte.

    Luz y belleza !!!Bravo.

    Te saluda, desde Argentina , Liliana

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  20. As I was blogging, realized I haven't seen your work for some time. Hope you are settled and painting soon.

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  21. I've missed seeing your adventures in paint. Hope you're well.
    Stay inspired!

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  22. Hello Asit,
    I notice you haven't posted any paintings for a while and wondered if you are still painting? I miss seeing your work!

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  23. Your paintings are so unique and vibrant - full of life! I love the street scenes particularly :0)

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  24. Asit, where you at?? Hope you're well!

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  25. Thank you for sharing
    those amazing work
    good creations

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