13th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Kandanar Kelan Theyyam (5)
Theyyam, the dance of the living god, is a form of worship - and ritual art - unique to the Malabar Coast in Kerala, India. In the fiery forms of theyyam the priest may dance, stand or roll in flame yet remain unharmed, as the deity possessing him renders him invulnerable.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 02.2015 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2015 |
| Photo Location: | India |
| Camera: | Canon EOS 50D |
| Copyright: | © Mark Levitin |