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Melasty Ceremony In Palu, Central Sulawesi
A Hindu caretaker is carrying a duck that will be offered at the Melasti ritual in Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, on March 10, 2024. The Melasti ceremony, held the day before Nyepi Day of the 1945 Saka New Year, aims to raise awareness of the Gods as a manifestation of God Almighty, to wash away people's suffering, eliminate sins, and prevent damage to nature. (Photo by Basri Marzuki/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #11064089 |
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| Photographer | Basri Marzuki/NurPhoto |
| Category | Religion and Belief |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Basri Marzuki/NurPhoto |
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