Buddhist novice ordination ceremony in Mae Hong Sorn, Thailand

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MAE HONG SORN, THAILAND - APR 6: Unidentified boys dressed in ornate costumes and heavy make-up in a Buddhist novice ordination ceremony on Apr 6, 2008 in Mae Hong Sorn, Thailand. The festival, associated with the Tai Yai or Shan people is known for its vibrancy.

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Location: Mae Hong Sorn, Thailand
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