The World Culture Festival was born from a deep wellspring of inspiration, conceived as a grand celebration that symbolizes global unity and the incredible diversity of our world. This festivity encompasses a rich tapestry of artistic expressions, including music, dance, exquisite artistry, and the heartfelt sharing of aspirations. Thus, a magnificent platform was brought to life, providing joy, excitement, and inspiration to over five million attendees over the past two decades. Previous editions of this event have graced cities such as Berlin, New Delhi, and Bangalore.

For the very first time, this festival made its way to the United States, taking place from September 29th to October 1st, with the iconic National Mall in Washington, D.C., as its host. The event featured breathtaking performances and, perhaps even more importantly, served as a heartwarming reunion of people from diverse backgrounds.

This grand event is organized by the Art of Living Foundation, a global institution providing meditation and yoga instruction across the world. The foundation maintains centers in DC and Los Angeles, along with a sizable retreat center in Boone, North Carolina, among various other locations. The festival is under the guidance of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a prominent figure in the realm of social media and a leading facilitator of meditative experiences during the event.

As a photographer, I made an effort to capture various moments, resulting in a total of 182 photos across two galleries that are available for you to view from this festival.

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