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The Buddha Statue

Nighttime view of the Bamiyan Buddhas niches in Afghanistan, showing the starlit sky above the empty cliffside niches.

 

“The Buddha Statue”
Location: Bamyan, Afghanistan
Date: July 2020
Photographer: Murtaza Mohammadi
Affiliation: Staff
Home Country: Afghanistan
Category: Places
Award: Honorable Mention
2025 International Photography Exhibition

“Standing before the remnants of the ancient Buddha statue in Bamyan, I captured this photo to preserve a piece of Afghanistan's rich history and cultural heritage. It's meaningful to me because it reflects resilience, a reminder of what was lost and the enduring spirit of a land that holds centuries of stories.”