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El Dia de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead) celebration from Laurel Canyon, City of Pacoima, California.
They are dressed in shinto wedding attire at a traditional Japanese wedding at 明治神宮 Meiji Jingu Shrine
El Dia de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead) celebration from Laurel Canyon, City of Pacoima, California.
The cormorant fisherman have fished on the Li River near Xinping, Guilin, China for thousands of years. This fisherman, in traditional attire, is re-enacting the ancient practice of lighting his lantern on his bamboo raft in the pre-dawn and preparing to fish with his three birds. Pre-dawn the air pollution and mists are not as obvious as later in the day, so when these conditions prevail, pre-dawn is the best time to photograph the karst mountains.
Portrait of a cormorant fisherman in his traditional outfit taken against the background of the river ripples early one morning on the Li River near Xingping, Guangxi Province, China. The Chinese tradition of fishing with cormorants date back over 1000 years.
16/12/2017 www.allenfotowild.com
A cormorant fisherman, who practices the ancient tradition of fishing with Great cormorants (Phalacrocorax carbo), takes a break and sits on his bamboo raft with his birds. This type of fishing still takes place on the Li River near Xingping Fishing Village, Guangxhi Province, China, but these days the fish have mostly disappeared from the river and fishing with birds is mostly practiced for the tourist trade by the older fishermen who still remain.
19/12/2017 www.allenfotowild.com
Ladakh woman making thagi kambir (puffed unleavened bread) over a dung fire in a high valley (13,000 ft) in the Ladakh range of the Himalayas. In the olden days natural soda (pul) was used to puff up the bread, but nowadays they use commercial baking soda. Ladakh is in the far north of India surrounded by Pakistan in the west, China in the north and Tibet in the east. It is one of the most sparsely populated regions in the Indian province of Jammu and Kashmir and its culture and history are closely related to that of Tibet.
26/01/2017 www.allenfotowild.com
Well now that the corona is down, Rashi's had to join college for offline class. It has been a month.
It is the first time she is staying away from us in another city and we are all missing her.
A young woman from the Flower Hmong ethnic minority dressed in traditional attire, photographed at the Coc Ly market near Sa Pa, north Vietnam.
12/09/16 www.allenfotowild.com
My daughter Rashi turns 20 today.
Happy 20th birthday, Rashi. You have become a beautiful and intelligent young woman and I am so proud of you.
Even among the riot of color of the traditional attire of the local Ladakh people, the hats of the Gelup-pa, Yellow Hat monks, stand out. Each year this colorful festlval occurs over 2 days at the Spituk Monastery in Ladakh, northern India, founded in the 11th century. Gustor is a religious festival where the lamas perform mask dances, It is held in the 11th month of the Tibetan calendar and symbolizes victory of good over evil, and took place this year (2018) on the 14 and 15th of January.
21.04.2018 www.allenfotowild.com
A woman from the Red Dao (Red Yao) ethnic minority, with a curious baby peeking from her back, wears traditional hand embroidered attire on a foggy day in the mountainous border regions of norther Vietnam, near Sa Pa.
20/08/16 www.allenfotowild.com
Portrait of a fire dancer at the end of his performance of the Kecak Fire Dance, a traditional Balinese dance, Ubud, Bali.
12/09/2017 www.allenfotowild.com
The Maasai tribal peoples live in traditional bomas in the Ngorngoro Conservation Area (NCA) where they herd large flocks of goats, sheep and cattle. This is outside the famous Ngorongoro Crater (the crater rim is at the top of the photo) where herding of domestic animals is prohibited. A herd of goats raises dust as a Maasai herder runs behind them. Pastoralism is an integral part of the Maasai culture but the herding of large flocks is stressing this area and causing environmental degradation from overgrazing. Although highly controversial, the relocation of residents to areas outside the NCA is being explored.
16/07/2025 www.allenfotwild.com
A woman from the Red Dao (Dao Do) ethnic minority in traditional attire carries a basket of corn and vegetables on a rainy day, sheltered by a black umbrella. Taken in the Sa Pa area of the border regions of northern Vietnam.
17/08/16 www.allenfotowild.com
Smiling young woman in traditional attire crossing the Geishun-kyo Bridge, Ritsurin Garden, Takamatsu, Japan. Her kimono wth is long sleeves blowing in the breeze and her ornate obi were particularly beautiful.
07/12/2018 www.allenfotowild.com
The fire dancer, at the end of his performance of the traditional Kecak Fire Dance in Ubud, Bali, amazingly put live coals into his mouth, and you can see the glow of the fire and a spark coming from his mouth if you look closely at this image.
21/09/2017 www.allenfotowild.com
A narrow shopping street festooned with prayer flags, with local shoppers in traditional attire and street dogs, Leh, Ladakh.
09/02/2018 www.allenfotowild.com
Near Hustai National Park, west of Ulaanbaatar, I came across a herdsman in transitional attire driving his goats across the long dried grasses of the steppes and raising a cloud of dust. This is a timeless classic scene, right down to the traditional gers in the background.
Amidst the bustling streets of Kathmandu, near Shree Pashupatinath, I came across a scene that has become emblematic of the city—an old man dressed in yellow robes, reminiscent of a Sadhu. Sadhus, wandering ascetics devoted to a spiritual path, can be frequently spotted in the streets, particularly in areas frequented by tourists. They wear distinctive saffron or yellow robes, often adorned with sacred symbols, and carry an aura of spiritual significance. It's worth noting that authentic Sadhus embody renunciation, deep spiritual practice, and an unwavering commitment to their chosen path. While encounters with genuine Sadhus remain meaningful, it is important to be discerning in distinguishing them from those who may dress similarly for different reasons - Shree Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal
Traditional Hungarian folk dance group in costume posing with instruments, Szentlőrinc, 1932. The picture was taken by photographer Landesz Photo.
Kakashi dolls depicting the Shikoku Island pilgrims (O-Henro-san), Kamiyama, Japan. The Henro is a 88 temple pilgrimage, one ofo the oldest in the world, honoring the Buddist monk, Kukai. It is traditionally done on foot, circumnavigating 1200 km of Shikoku Island, taking 30-60 days. The pilgrims wear white outfits, a stole, conical grass hats and carry staffs. Every time I visit Shikoku Island I never fail to see many O-Henro-san.
At Langde Shang Miao Village in Guizhou Province, China, I met this group of traditionally attired young girls who were very enthusiastic about having their photo taken.
21/10/15 www.allenfotowild.com
Two traditionally dressed Balinese dancers pose on the steps of the Dragon Bridge at the Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Bali, Indonesia. They are watched (on the left) by a couple of Balinese long-tailed macaques (Macaca fascicularis), which are widespread and easily seen throughout the park (and rather aggressive). It is quite dark under the large forest trees, so a high ISO was required to get the required DOF and shutter speed.
1/08/2017 www.allenfotowild.com
Entrance to the Yasaka Shinto Shrine from Shijo Dori (Shijo street), during the Gion Matsuri Festival (one of the most famous festivals in Japan). Gion District (most well-known geisha district in all Japan). Kyoto. Kansai Region (aka Kinki region). Japan
Young women, covered head to toe in black niqabs and chadors, were giggling and having fun at Abraham's pond in Sanliurfa while they fed the sacred carp and took cell phone pictures. They were likely from a Quran school or madrasa for Islamic religious education. I was careful to choose a photo where the girls were anonymous so as not to give offence.
21/09/2025 www.allenfotowild.com
Seen on the street at the Shengcun Market, Yunnan Province, China. Both the baby in the wicker basket on the mother's back, and his mom, are eying the drinks selection at a local store. The mother is dressed in traditional ethnic attire, possibly of the Yunnan Miao people.
A Vietnamese woman in traditional attire at the Temple of Confucious (Temple of Literature), Hanoi. In 1484, Emperor Lê Thánh Tông erected 116 stelae here on stone turtles to honour the temple graduates and encourage study; 82 are left. They depict the names and birth places of 1307 graduates of the triennial royal exams. The turtle is a symbol of longevity and wisdom. The doctors' steles are a valuable resource for the study of culture and education in old Vietnam. Students used to rub the turtles's heads for luck.
16/08/16 www.allenfotowild.com
During the Khmer Rouge era (1975-79) Khmer classical dance was brutally suppressed. After the fall of the Khmer Rouge, surviving artists revived the centuries old classical dancer tradition and it was added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2003. This Khmer classical dancer portrays the apsara character (female spirit of clouds and water, female dancer), which occurs frequently on Cambodian temples. The background is the Terrace of the Elephants, Angkor Thom, Cambodia.
09/05/16 www.allenfotowild.com
Woman in a colourful kanga buying mangos at the Central market, Arusha, Tanzania
04/09/2018 www.allenfotowild.com
Khmer classical dancer in the costume of a male Ngoh role (male roles are usually played by a female dancer), silhouetted on the Terrace of the Elephants. During the Khmer Rouge era (1975-79) 90% of Khmer classical performers were put to death. After the fall of the Khmer Rouge, surviving artists revived the centuries old classical dancer tradition and it was added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2003.
Yama, god of death, Cham Dance, Gustor festival, Spituk Gompa, Leh, Ladakh. Cham is a unique dance form found in countries near the Himalayan mountains. While the true history and origins of this form are hard to trace, it is deeply rooted and practiced in Tibet, Bhutan, and Ladakh, northern India. The word ‘chams’ is of Tibetan origin, and simply means “a dance.” The ritual is performed for the greater good of humanity, destruction of bad spirits and for moral instruction of the viewing public.
12/02/2019 www.allenfotowild.com
Worshippers at Pura Besakih, the Mother Temple of Bali at the foot of the famous stairway leading up to the imposing candi bentar (split gateways), Mount Agung, Bali Island, Indonesia.
15/06/2017 www.allenfotowild.com
Huge numbers of celebrants from the local area, dressed in traditional attire, cram the courtyard of Spituk Gompa for the Spituk Gustor festival, Leh District, Ladakh. The festival takes place each year in the 11th month of Tibetan Calendar; this year it fell on the 18th and 19th of January. The festival is famous for marking victory over evil and originated in the 11th century. The present monastery buildings date to the 15th century. The monks perform a dance wearing masks of religious deities.
19/02/2018 www.allenfotowild.com
An elderly woman of the Old Han ethnic minority in traditional attire carries a live chicken in a basket. In the background is one of the traditional fortified stone houses from the area and an old tractor. Liuguan Han Village, Guizhou Province, China
21/01/15 www.allenfotowild.com
Datang Miao Village is home to the Short Skirt Miao ethnic minority. A shopkeeper in traditional attire keeps her son safe and warm as she tends to her small shop on a cold day.
15/01/15 www.allenfotowild.com
An older Red Dao (Red Yao) woman in traditional attire shelters under an umbrella on a rainy day that is brightened by her warm smile. Taken near Sa Pa in the mountainous border regions of northern Vietnam.
19/08/16 www.allenfotowild.com
Three smiling schoolboys in traditional Maasai attire pose in the early morning for a portrait in the hills of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with their village (boma) in the background. This area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
15./07/2018 www.allenfotowild.com
A man playing an accordion in front of a rustic building with climbing plants, Hungary, 1952, black-and-white photograph.
A restored beehive house (called kümbet in Turkish) in Harran, Turkey, has been turned into a popular museum (Harran Kültür Evi). The museum's kümbet house has 18 interconnected rooms displaying traditional clothes, jewelry, and other handicrafts. I photographed a woman in traditional dress standing in the doorway of the kümbet in this very colourful photo.
15/10/2025 www.allenfotowild.com
A Red Dao (Dao do) woman with a baby on her back gazes with wonder out of a doorway at the street activity in Sa Pa, Vietnam. She is beautifully lit by the light coming in from the doorway.
15/08/16 www.allenfotowild.com