A man prays to the Yeay Yat (Grandma Yat) Statue in Pailin, Cambodia. The Pailin region is famous for its rich deposits of gems and precious stones.

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A man prays to the Yeay Yat (Grandma Yat) Statue in Pailin, Cambodia. The Pailin region is famous for its rich deposits of gems and precious stones. According to the local legend, offering incense to Grandma Yet and paying homage to the forest spirits will bring rich strikes in gems.

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Size: 2577px × 3880px
Location: Pailin, Cambodia
Photo credit: © Arky / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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