A boy who will soon be circumcised walks towards the famous Hagia Sofia in Istanbul, Turkey.

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A boy who will soon be circumcised walks towards the famous Hagia Sofia in Istanbul, Turkey. During the days leading up to the circumcision, it is customary that boys about to be circumcised are taken on a tour of some of the famous mosques and landmarks of the city. As custom dictates, the boy is dressed up as a small sultan or prince.

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Size: 5669px × 3708px
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Photo credit: © Anders Ryman / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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