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Bratabandha Celebrated In Nepal

A musician performs at a Bratabandha ceremony, celebrating a young Hindu boy's transition into manhood. Bratabandha, a sacred Hindu and Buddhist ritual, includes head-shaving and other traditional rites. The term 'Bratabandha' originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'promise to be bound.' (Photo by Amit Machamasi/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #12002161
Date taken: 31 January 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Amit Machamasi/NurPhoto
Category: Arts, Culture and Entertainment

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