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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   A Hindu woman prays during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu man prays during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu man prays during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest in Bangkok, Thailand, anoints a statue of Ganesha during Ganesha Chaturthi services at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest in Bangkok, Thailand, anoints a statue of Ganesha during Ganesha Chaturthi services at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A Hindu man blesses himself during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Indian women pray during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest in Bangkok, Thailand, anoints a statue of Ganesha during Ganesha Chaturthi services at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman prays during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Hindus present marigolds to Ganesha during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A Hindu priest officiates at Ganesha Chaturthi services at the Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Hindus in Bangkok, Thailand, anoint a statue of Ganesha during Ganesha Chaturthi services at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu man prays during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman prays during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Fruit offered to Ganesha at Ganesha Chaturthi services at the Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Buddhist monks and Thai and Indian Hindus walk around a statue of the Buddha during Ganesha Chaturthi celelbrations at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest blows a conch shell horn during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest in Bangkok, Thailand, anoints a statue of Ganesha during Ganesha Chaturthi services at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Women dance during the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Women dance during the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People during the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  The Ganesha deity on a boat at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  People pray at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: A woman prays while she walks around statues of Ganesha at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  People make merit by rubbing gold leaf on a statue of Ganesha at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A Hindu man blesses himself during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest in Bangkok, Thailand, anoints a statue of Ganesha during Ganesha Chaturthi services at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A Buddhist monks blesses a statue of the Buddha during Ganesha Chaturthi celelbrations at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Men dance during the Ganesha procession in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  Thai volunteers carry the Ganesha statue to the river at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  A woman holds a statue of Ganesha at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  Women pray at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest from India blesses people at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Indian women pray during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   Ganesha Festival celebrations at the Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Ganesha procession in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People during the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   Men unload a statue of Ganesha on the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  Swimmers guide the Ganesha deity downriver at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: Lion dancers greet a statue of Ganesha at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Hindus pray during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest blows a conch shell horn during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Indian women pray during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Hindus in Bangkok celebrate Ganesha Chaturthi at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest in Bangkok, Thailand, anoints a statue of Ganesha during Ganesha Chaturthi services at Shiva Temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A Buddhist monk, left, and a Hindu priest, anoint a statue of Ganesha at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: The Ganesha procession in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man makes an offering at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A man rings a bell and blows a prayer conch to honor Ganesha at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A family gets blessings at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Prayers and blessings at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People during the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People during the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: Men praise Ganesha at the river during the culmination of the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: Men praise Ganesha while they walk to the river for the culmination of the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: A woman prays while she walks around statues of Ganesha at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  Chinese Lion Dancers perform for Ganesha at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  Ganesha statues for sale at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A Hindu couple prays during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman prays during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People at Shiva Temple in Bangkok hold marigolds during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at the temple. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest blows a conch shell horn during Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Women dance during the Ganesha procession in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Men dance during the Ganesha procession in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Men move the Ganesha deity to a waiting truck at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. The deity was put on a truck for a procession through Bangkok.  Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man makes an offering at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man makes an offering at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Men approach the Ganesha deity to move it to a truck at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A man prays at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A man rings a bell to honor Ganesha at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Women dance during the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Women dance during the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Women dance during the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Prayers and blessings at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.  PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest prepares a statue of Ganesha on the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People during the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People during the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People during the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 SEPTEMBER 2016 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Men carry a statue of Ganesha into the prayer hall on the first day of Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: Men praise Ganesha at the river during the culmination of the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  People reach for a Ganesha deity before it's immersed in the river at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: A boy blows a conch shell at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: The Ganesha deity in the procession to a local river for its immersion at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  A man prays at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  Chinese Lion Dancers prostrate themselves before a Buddhist monk at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  People pray at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: A woman whispers a prayer to the mouse who is Ganesha's assistant at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND: A woman whispers a prayer to the mouse who is Ganesha's assistant at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  Chinese Lion Dancers perform for Ganesha at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2015 - SARIKA, NAKHON NAYOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest from India blesses people at the Ganesh festival at Shri Utthayan Ganesha Temple in Sarika, Nakhon Nayok. Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Ganesh is the patron of arts and sciences, the deity of intellect and wisdom -- identified by his elephant head. The holiday is celebrated for 10 days. Wat Utthaya Ganesh in Nakhon Nayok province, is a Buddhist temple that venerates Ganesh, who is popular with Thai Buddhists. The temple draws both Buddhists and Hindus and celebrates the Ganesh holiday a week ahead of most other places.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest prays next to a statue of Ganesha at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Buddhist monk blesses a statue of Ganesha at Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Thai Hindu places bananas in a statue of Ganesha at the Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 09 SEPTEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Thai Hindu places a flower garland on a statue of Ganesha at the Shiva Temple in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("Festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada. The date usually falls between 19 August and 20 September. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesha is a widely worshipped Hindu deity and is revered by many Thai Buddhists. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man blows a prayer conch to honor Ganesha at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People pray during the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Hindu priest gives a woman a "talika" at the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Women dance during the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 23 SEPTEMBER 2018 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Women dance during the Ganesha Festival at Wat Dan in Bangkok. Ganesha Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is the Hindu festival celebrated on the day of the re-birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganeshotsav ("festival of Ganesha") is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the the fourth day of the waxing moon. The festival lasts for 10 days, ending on the fourteenth day of the waxing moon. Outside India, it is celebrated widely in Nepal and by Hindus in the United States, Canada, Mauritius, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, and Burma.   PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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