More than 19,000 devotees in Singapore take part in Thaipusam celebrations
More than 19,000 devotees in Singapore took part in this year's Thaipusam celebrations, about 20% more than last year. Nearly 350 kavadi — ornate frames pierced into the skin symbolising physical sacrifice — and more than 19,000 paal kudam (milk pot) carriers made the 3.2-kilometre journey on foot. Caitlin Ng finds out how organisers catered for the highest turnout in recent years.
More than 19,000 devotees in Singapore took part in this year's Thaipusam celebrations, about 20% more than last year. Nearly 350 kavadi — ornate frames pierced into the skin symbolising physical sacrifice — and more than 19,000 paal kudam (milk pot) carriers made the 3.2-kilometre journey on foot. Caitlin Ng finds out how organisers catered for the highest turnout in recent years.
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