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Following several days of feverish preparation, a festival to welcome the Karnatakan Minister of Tourism, begins with a sudden explosion of noise, color, and music, in Hampi, India.

Following several days of feverish preparation, a festival to welcome the Karnatakan Minister of Tourism, begins with a sudden explosion of noise, color, and music, in Hampi, India.

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Photo Detail
Date Taken: 12.2009
Date Uploaded: 03.2010
Photo Location: India
Camera: DSC-W200
Copyright: © Ken Zogas
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Photo of the Day: 09.14.11