In this photo taken October 12, 2019, followers of indigenous goddess Maria Lionza smoke cigars during purification rituals and to deflect evil spirits, next to an altar featuring her statue, left, on Sorte Mountain where followers of the goddess gather annually in Venezuela's Yaracuy state. Many camped in tents among the old-growth forest while dedicating several days to spiritual ceremonies. (Photo by Ariana Cubillos/AP Photo)
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