13th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Naga Sadhu
A Kumbha Mela takes place every four years, attracting millions of Hindu devotees. Pradib Tuwari is one of many naga (naked) sadhus who attended the month-long Kumbha Mela in Allahabad in 2013. Sadhus, an important part of Hindu festivals, are respected for their holiness and revered as representatives of the gods.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 03.2013 |
Date Uploaded: | 12.2015 |
Photo Location: | Varanasi, India |
Copyright: | © Mick Stetson |