Nepal. 13th May, 2018. Devotees burn wheat straw as offerings to the idol of Rato Machhindranth during the celebration of Rato Machhindranth chariot festival. Rato Machhindranath is worshipped by hindus and buddhists as the god of rain and is often worshipped for good rain to prevent drought during the rice harvest season. Credit: Milan Adhikari/Pacific Press/Alamy Live News

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