Społeczność Marma obchodzi święto wody w Bangladeszu
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Bandarban, Bangladesh- Members of the Marma community take part in canal worship rituals , offering candels, flowers and foods while standing knee-deep in the waters of the Sangu River in the hill tracts of Bangladesh. Observed at the beginning of the traditional New Year festival, this ritual reflects the deep spiritual connection between indigenous communities and natural water sources. Through offerings and prayers, participants seek purification, renewal, and blessings for the year aheadâ€"preserving cultural practices that remain distinct from mainstream Bengali identity.
Sacred Waters- Canal Worship Rituals In Bandarban - 18 Apr 2026
2026-04-18
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