Prayer flags over Tso Moriri lake in Ladakh, India. A prayer flag is a colorful rectangular cloth, often found along mountain ridges and peaks
A prayer flag is a colorful rectangular cloth, often found strung along mountain ridges and peaks high in the Himalayas. They are used to bless the surrounding countryside and for other purposes. Traditionally, prayer flags are used to promote peace, compassion, strength, and wisdom. The flags do not carry prayers to gods, which is a common misconception; rather, the Tibetans believe the prayers and mantras will be blown by the wind to spread the good will and compassion into all pervading space. Therefore, prayer flags are thought to bring benefit to all.
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Location: Tso Moriri
Photo credit: © Francesco Dazzi / Alamy / Afripics
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