Hindu festivals and rituals (37 photos)

Recently Hindus across India celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi - 10-day festival in honor of the birth of Ganesha - the supreme god of wisdom, prosperity and good luck. Hinduism - the predominant religion of India - rich in traditional holidays and rituals, celebrated in many different ways around the world. Collected here are photos from the recent Hindu festivals and ceremonies of worship of adherents of diverse religions in India, England, Nepal and Indonesia.