 |
|
  |
|||||
 |
|
 Robert Nickelsberg/Liaison for TIME. |
|
Male pilgrims traditionally shave their head before bathing to help them on their way to salvation; there are more than 5,000 barbers on hand to assist them. A head shave costs 10 rupees (25 cents) regardless of whether you're upper or lower caste. Each strand of hair is the equivalent of buying a cow for the God of your fancy -- and thereby speeding up your family's journey to heaven.
< < Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
| 5 | 6 | 7
| 8 | 9 | 10
| 11 | Next > >
|
|
|
Copyright © 2001 Time Inc.
All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. FAQ | About TIME Asia | Search | Write to Us | Privacy Policy Terms of Use | Press Releases |
|||||