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Daily Photos 5th year

At the Daily Gallery one picture, preferably taken that day; is shared with others. While that is difficult to follow (shooting everyday) I have been putting up a picture everyday and this is my FIFTH year. It's been an enjoyable three years viewing pictures of other members and learning new techniques and customs from different places. I think this is the best way to travel to places while sitting at home, and also making friends on the way! It has been a pleasure sharing my pictures and I thank all of you for taking the time to comment on my pictures. Earlier galleries

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Banganga

5th year Pic 159 - 24-Apr-2014. Banganga - Mumbai

Banganga is an ancient water tank in South Mumbai. According to local legend, it sprang forth when the Hindu god Ram, the exiled hero of the epic Ramayana, stopped at the spot five thousand years ago in search of his kidnapped wife Sita. As the legend goes, overcome with fatigue and thirst, Rama asked his brother Lakshmana to bring him some water. Laxman instantly shot an arrow into the ground, and water gushed forth from the ground, creating a tributary of the Ganges, which flows over a thousand miles away, hence its name, Banganga, the 'Ganga' created out on a 'Baan' (Arrow). The tank today is a rectangular pool structure surrounded by steps on all four sides. At the entrance are two pillars in which oil lamps called diyas were lit in ancient times. The tank is spring fed and so its water remains sweet, despite being located only a few dozen meters away from the sea.

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  • TinaMarie Gardner

    on April 26, 2014

    good historical commentary

  • Linda Treleaven

    on April 25, 2014

    Great scene!

  • arctangent

    on April 25, 2014

    The shot is wonderful is so many ways. Of course the diagonal row of geese draws the eye, but I love the overall sense of place and scale , and the late afternoon light.

  • papamugger

    on April 25, 2014

    its a parade! nice find

  • johnchapmanphotographer

    on April 25, 2014

    Hi Harsh, nice scene.

  • nelli

    on April 25, 2014

    Such a beautiful history and nice place. Love the white ducks!

  • Lgood

    on April 25, 2014

    What interesting information Harsh, I love legends like this. The tank has a parade of ducks on it. Great shot!

  • Kazimiera W.M

    on April 25, 2014

    Wonderful composition and info.
    Thank you for your constructive comment.

  • RBlackburn

    on April 25, 2014

    Very fascinating and interesting legend about how this place got the name of Banganga. Nice work, Harsh.

  • DreamCatcherPhotography

    on April 25, 2014

    Nice shot and info! This reminds me of Barton Springs in Austin, TX. Love the ducks swimming across the water!

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