An Ascetic the night prior to the first holy dip
A Holy Moment
Receiving a blessing at the Ganges
Preparing an offering at the Ganges
Naga Sadhus walking around their Akhada
The day prior to the first holy dip and very crowded at the Ganges
Female Ascetics praying and singing
Dancing and celebrating the Maha Kumbh Mela
Naga Sadhu with peacock feathers. Peacock feathers are an auspicious symbol in Hinduism. He likely used these to bless people
Meditating Naga Sadhu
Starting his journey to becoming a Naga Sadhu
Ascetics
A female Naga Sadhu
Heading towards the Ganges, the day prior to the first holy dip and already quite crowded
