Thursday, July 31, 2008

21 February: Memorial day


On this day, thousands and thousands of citizens of Bangladesh stream to this area. They bring flowers and chant as they walk on the streets. They dont wear shoes on this day; and everyone brings flowers in rememberance of the blood that was shed as warriors fought for independence. Those who are unable to make it to the venue, make little flower fields around their houses.

Its an annual event and very significant to the people of Bangladesh.

The structures you see are images of a Mother with four children.

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