PhotosYemanja Feast Day: Uruguans Flock To The Beach To Pay Ode To Sea Goddess
Yemanja Feast Day: Uruguans Flock To The Beach To Pay Ode To Sea Goddess
Devotees can be seen flocking to beaches bearing candles, flowers, honey and fruit to honour the sea goddess on Yemanja's feast day in Uruguay.
Updated: 03 Feb 2022 9:10 pm
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People participate in a ritual for the African sea goddess Yemanja at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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Worshippers participate in a ritual for the African sea goddess Yemanja at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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A woman kisses a pigeon as she participates in a ritual for the African sea goddess Yemanja at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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A woman touches a statue of the African sea goddess Yemanja as she participates at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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Women leave offerings as they participate in a ritual for the African sea goddess Yemanja at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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People participate in a ritual for the African sea goddess Yemanja at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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A small boat with offering to the African sea goddess Yemanja floats on the water off Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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A woman carrying flowers and a piece of watermelon participates in a ritual for the African sea goddess Yemanja at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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A person wearing a t-shirt with the image of the African sea goddess Yemanja is seen at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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People participate in a ritual for the African sea goddess Yemanja at Ramirez Beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.