Hindu ascetic ("sadhu") belonging to the Aghori sect ( India). He is showing a monkey skull.

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The Aghori is an ancient hindu sect whose ascetics are very respected by low caste people because of their supposed healing powers. Such powers are due to their strong practices like alcoholic and cannibalistic rituals.

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Location: Allahabad ( India)
Photo credit: © Franck METOIS / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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