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The novitiate ceremony

This picture of a proud and solemn boy has been taken during a novitiation ceremony in Bagan, Myanmar. It is one of the most important events in a Buddhist's life in Myanmar.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 02.2018
Date Uploaded: 11.2018
Photo Location: Myanmar
Camera: ILCE-9
Copyright: © Carole PARIAT