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The Thousand Gates

  • Photographer
    Zlatizar Zlatev

The Thousand Gates of Inari I had seen the pictures before a seemingly endless row of vermilion torii gates, forming a tunnel of red and black that snakes up the hillside. But nothing prepared me for the actual sight of Fushimi Inari Shrine, the most famous and impressive of Japan's many shrines dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice and prosperity.?

I'm a passionate photographer hailing from the picturesque landscapes of Bulgaria. My lens is my tool for storytelling, and I specialize in capturing the beauty of the world through three distinct lenses: landscapes, underwater realms, and the untamed wildlife. I find inspiration in the diverse natural beauty that surrounds me, from the rugged mountains to the serene underwater worlds and the incredible biodiversity of wildlife. Every shot I take is a step towards preserving the pristine beauty of our planet and advocating for a world where nature thrives.