Hindus mark Maha Shivarathri

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Hindu devotees are seen engaged in religious observances at a Hindu temple in Colombo, today to mark the Maha Shivarathri festival. Maha Shivarathri is a Hindu festival celebrated in honour of Lord Shiva and in particular signifying the night when Shiva performs the heavenly dance. Pics by Pradeep Pathirana and Nisal Baduge

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Hindus mark Maha Shivarathri

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