A Naga Sadhu stands with trident as he participates in a procession towards the Sangam, the confluence of rivers Ganges and Yamuna. AP /Rajesh Kumar Singh).
Millions of devotees are expected to attend the Kumbh Mela - a 45-day festival beginning in January.
Naga Sadhus, or naked Hindu holy men, take a selfie before participating in a procession towards the Sangam, the confluence of rivers Ganges and Yamuna, during the first 'royal entry' for the Kumbh Mela in Allahabad, India. (AP/Rajesh Kumar Singh).
Hindu devotees pay their respects as they watch Naga Sadhus, or Hindu holy men, participate in a procession towards the Sangam. (AP Photo/Rajesh Kumar Singh)
Members of an Indian brass band rest after accompanying Naga Sadhus
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