23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Religious faces
Devotees in elaborate traditional headgear and floral garlands perform a ritualistic expression of devotion during a tribal festival in India. Their pierced tongues and intense facial adornments reflect a deep spiritual commitment and centuries-old customs preserved within indigenous communities.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 04.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 09.2025 |
| Photo Location: | India |
| Camera: | NIKON D750 |
| Copyright: | © Rajesh Dhar |