An Indian pilgrim/devotee celebrates and shows his devotion during the annual Thaipusam festival in Palani in the South India state of Tamil Nadu. Thaipusam is among the grandest and most awesome of the Hindu festivals to honor Lord Subramaniam (also known as Lord Muruga), son of Shiva. Thousands of Hindus like these come to seek penance and absolution for past sins and show gratitude to God for blessings during the year
An Indian pilgrim/devotee celebrates and shows his devotion during the annual Thaipusam festival in Palani in the South India state of Tamil Nadu. Thaipusam is among the grandest and most awesome of the Hindu festivals to honor Lord Subramaniam (also known as Lord Muruga), son of Shiva. Thousands of Hindus like these come to seek penance and absolution for past sins and show gratitude to God for blessings during the year
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