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Embers of Tradition

In the dim arena of Kolhapur, a wrestler rises from the earth, his body dusted with soil, embodying the age-old traditions of Kushti, India’s traditional wrestling art. Illuminated by a single ray of light, the scene captures the raw grit, strength, and dedication that define this ancient practice.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2024
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: India
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Copyright: © Shyjith Onden Cheriyath