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23/09/12 – An orthodox Jew performs the ritual of Kapparot at the Mea Shearim orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem…The ritual is practiced by orthodox and religious Jews before Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement that is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar…The person swings a live chicken over one’s head three times, symbolically transferring one’s sins to the chicken…The chicken is then slaughtered and donated to the poor for consumption at the pre-fast meal…..Photo:Ariel Jerozolimski. (Credit Image: © Ariel Jerozolimski/Xinhua/ZUMAPRESS.com)

Jan 5, 2015 – Hawaii, U.S. – Boy running in Waikiki Beach. O’ahu. Hawaii. Waikiki is most famous for its beaches and every room is just two or three blocks away from the sea. With Leahi (Diamond Head) as your backdrop, the calm waters of Waikiki are perfect for a surfing lesson. In fact, legendary Hawaiian waterman Duke Kahanamoku grew up surfing the waves of Waikiki. This Olympic gold medalist in swimming actually taught visitors how to surf at the turn of the century and was later known as “The father of modern surfing.” Today, the Waikiki Beach Boys perpetuate Duke’s legacy by teaching visitors how to surf and canoe and the Duke Kahanamoku Statue has become an iconic symbol of Waikiki. Located on the south shore of Honolulu, the world-famous neighborhood of Waikiki was once a playground for Hawaiian royalty. Known in Hawaiian as ”spouting waters,” Waikiki was introduced to the world when its first hotel, the Moana Surfrider, was built on its shores in 1901. Today, Waikiki is Oahu’s main hotel and resort area and a vibrant gathering place for visitors from around the world. Along the main strip of Kalakaua Avenue you’ll find world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, activities and resorts. (Credit: Sergi Reboredo via ZUMA Wire)