Entranceway enhanced with hand-painted symbols meant to ward off evil and encourage prosperity and peace, Bhaktapur, Nepal.
And similarly-decorated portals in Bungamati, Nepal.
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Love your eye for gorgeous, even if faded (evermoreso) beautiful windows, doors and architectural detail. I cherish our time in NYC, you pointing out all the buildings...and me just in awe of exactly how much I miss when walking with my head down. Yes! It was you who opened my eyes to design. Lovely pictures and even lovelier....Rumi. He is like a balm for the spirit. Miss you and can't wait to see you this year!!!
Posted by: Gillian | 06 January 2012 at 05:33
As always, beautiful photos. Hope you are doing well, my friend. I have been absent for a while. I hope 2012 brings you much love, health and happiness! xo
Posted by: Rosa | 05 January 2012 at 22:27
Lovely doorways. It almost looks like teapots on each of them. I wonder if that is a sign of hospitality?
Posted by: Marilyn | 05 January 2012 at 19:04
I love doors. These are very special photos. I'm going to have to find out about those symbols- so interesting!
Posted by: Natalie | 05 January 2012 at 18:30