This brings back memories of a Hindu procession witnessed back in 2005 somewhere in Sathorn area. Think it was Thaipusm time if I am not mistaken. Streets around a Hindu temple were lined with devotees with altars set up on the sidewalk - probably a hundred or more!
It wasn't quite the same as the Thaipusm procession seen in Singapore or Malaysia where Indian devotees carried Kavadies in procession.
Here past mid-night, a banner led a procession of Hindu priests out from the temple.
The first priest balanced a pot of flowers on his head while blessing devotees. You got to see the emotions of worshipers rushing forward.
Hindu deities were very colorful decorated with flower garlands, carried on men's shoulders.
Priest with metal skewers pierced through his chin.
Ceremonial dance performed when priests were passing.
I have seen Indian deities occasionally in Thai temples of the provinces too - visible but not prominent.
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