Pigeons gather, hoping for a handout near the Kabul River.
Photo by G. Pieper of the Netherlands.
Contest entry A0159.
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The Shrine of Hazrat Ali is home to thousands of white pigeons considered to be sacred. The spot is said to be so holy if a gray pigeon should join the flock it will become white in 40 days. Feeding these birds brings good fortune. Photo by Nasim Fekrat of Afghanistan. Contest entry B0024. |
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