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BIFA 2023

Moksha

  • Photographer
    Roberto Pazzi

Portrait of a sadhu (Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India). The pose of the sadhu and the birds on his back are intendeed to represent the liberation after death (moksha) from the cycle of reincarnations which, as per Hinduism belief, is possible only in a few sacred places such as Varanasi. On the background, the Manikarnika ghat, one of the oldest and most sacred cremation grounds in all of Hinduism.

Born in 1973 in Italy and educated as engineer, Roberto Pazzi found his true passions in travelling and photography remote cultures. His immersive approach to photography has earned him acclaim from both critics and peers alike, having been recognized in several prestigious international competitions. Roberto's work has reached the pages of renowned publications all over the world, offering glimpses into the captivating diversity of our planet. Currently based in Spain, Roberto organizes and leads photographic expeditions to the farthest corners of the world.