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Gangetic Glory

Men whiling away time beside the holy river. On the background are shops selling items of religious significance to the pilgrims.

INDIA | Monday, 1 July 2013 | Views [274] | View Larger Image

Men whiling away time beside the holy river. On the background are shops selling items of religious significance to the pilgrims.

A boy ventures into the cold river. It is believed that the Ganga cleanses one of all sins and taking a dip in the holy river bestows heavenly blessings.

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An ascetic man rests on steps lining the river Ganges. Such men live a life of severe self-discipline and abstention from all forms of indulgence.

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