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24 March 2025

A bookshop owner binds ledger books in his shop in Siliguri, India, on March 24, 2025, as traders and businessmen purchase ledger books to record their financial activity for the new tax year, which starts on April 1.

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9 November 2024

In Mittenwald, Bavaria, on September 7, 2024, the village witnesses its annual spectacle as a sea of sheep fills the streets, returning from their summer pastures. The bleating herd, guided by shepherds, makes its way through the heart of the violin-making village, with curious onlookers lining the streets. Locals and visitors, some snapping photos, others simply observing, stand shoulder to shoulder as the flock passes through the town, their woolly forms nearly covering the entire street. Colorful buildings, adorned with traditional murals and alpine details, form a backdrop to the event. The village, which sees this tradition carried out for generations, comes alive with the movement of the sheep and the excitement of the crowd. As the herd makes its way toward the Schafstadl above the Groblalm, the event marks the end of the summer season and continues a tradition that binds the community to its pastoral roots. This celebration of rural life, marked by the movement of the flock through Mittenwald's historic streets, showcases the enduring relationship between the village and the surrounding landscape. The event serves as a reminder of the rhythm of life in the Alps, where history, nature, and community converge.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Locals and tourists from various parts of Kathmandu Valley watch the Nilbarahi dance festival in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, the Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. The goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, there is a lifetime commitment; once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. The dancers must possess an influential belief and power to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers and the musicians who participate in this dance belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Locals and tourists from various parts of Kathmandu Valley watch the Nilbarahi dance festival in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, the Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. The goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, there is a lifetime commitment; once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. The dancers must possess an influential belief and power to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers and the musicians who participate in this dance belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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24 August 2024

Masked dancers, depicting various gods and goddesses of Nilbarahi, perform ritualistic and traditional dance steps during the arduous dance festival of Nilbarahi in Bode, Bhaktapur, on August 24, 2024. According to legends, Nil Barahi herself appears in front of the local denizens of Bode and teaches them the current dance style, which symbolizes peace after a war with demons. While doing so, the goddess also binds them with some rules, such as not having food or water during the dance performance and not talking with anyone during the entire performance, which lasts approximately 12-15 hours a day for three consecutive days. Additionally, the dancers must have a lifetime commitment. Once chosen, the dancers must dance for their entire life, regardless of what happens, even the loss of parents. There must be an influential belief and power within the dancers that enable them to dance for such long hours with the same devotion and energy. Whenever they start their dance, a kind of energy rises in the air. All 19 characterized dancers, as well as the musicians who participate in this dance, belong to the Shrestha community of Bode.

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