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This photo series documents the vibrant pilgrimage of Mazu, Taiwan’s revered sea goddess. Scenes include devotees crawling under her palanquin for blessings, colorful smoke at departure, solemn prayers during passage, and processional footwork through exploding firecrackers—a practice known locally as “eating the fire.” When Mazu’s palanquin pauses at temples, worshippers gather in reverence. These images capture not only ritual intensity but also the spiritual devotion and collective memory that define this faith tradition.
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Trevor Cole
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Special Category - Travel Photography
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United Kingdom
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Grzegorz Hussak
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Minimalist Photography - Architecture
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Poland
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Kimmo Haapala
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People Photography - Portrait
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Finland
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People Photography - Street
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Taiwan