Charak: The Festival of Self-flagellation – A Photo Story
As a festival and a ritual, Charak definitely goes back to pre-Hindu roots that were later absorbed into Hinduism. Its rituals of self flagellation, inflicted-torture and endurance through pain can be seen in different parts of India even now, especially, in the South.
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Stunning photos of the City of Joy
Dapper Paper: Origami Photo Album
Origami photos clicked by photographer Soumen Paul.