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In pictures: Colors, flowers, scents, dances and faith at last night’s Navaratri parade in Silom

See the vivid moments from the peak of Navaratri Hindu festival in Bangkok

Navaratri festival in Bangkok 2023
Photograph: Tanisorn VongsoontornNavaratri 2023
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Last night marked the return of the Navaratri parade, the peak of the nine-night Hindu festival, Navaratri. Bangkok’s largest Hindu celebration gathered devotees at Sri Maha Uma Devi Temple to worship the nine forms of the Hindu goddess Uma Devi. Bangkok’s largest Hundu festival saw devotees gather up at Sri Maha Uma Devi Temple to worship nine forms of Hindu god Uma Devi, following the parade of Hindu priests and statues along Sathorn and Silom roads. Our photographer captured the essence of last night’s festivity, showcasing the vibrant colors, powders, dances, and unwavering faith on display.

Navaratri festival in Bangkok 2023
Photograph: Tanisorn VongsoontornNavaratri 2023
Navaratri festival in Bangkok 2023
Photograph: Tanisorn VongsoontornNavaratri 2023
Navaratri festival in Bangkok 2023
Photograph: Tanisorn VongsoontornNavaratri 2023
Navaratri festival in Bangkok 2023
Photograph: Tanisorn VongsoontornNavaratri 2023
Navaratri festival in Bangkok 2023
Photograph: Tanisorn VongsoontornNavaratri 2023
Navaratri festival in Bangkok 2023
Photograph: Tanisorn VongsoontornNavaratri 2023
Navaratri festival in Bangkok 2023
Photograph: Tanisorn VongsoontornNavaratri 2023
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