Gateway to the Ganges: Indias Holy Cities Rishikesh, Devprayag, Haridwar

Life in the Indian holy cities of Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Devprayag on the river Ganges. Vimeo Staff Pick. Learn filmmaking from me All my gear: : : Original post Jan 2015: This region lies in the foothills of the Himalayas where the Ganges River descends from the mountains. I visited not knowing what to expect, and I was both awed and saddened by the experience. The beauty of nature and the Hindu ceremonies contrasted with the poverty and suffering on the streets. The people I met had a highspirited resilience that seemed to stem from surviving and maintaining their devotion through a challenging life. Shot entirely handheld. Camera: Editing gear: Final Cut Pro X: Seagate 4tb portable hard drives: I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates P