Sadhu, is a religious ascetic, mendicant or any holy person in Hinduism and Jainism who has renounced the worldly life. They are sometimes alternatively referred to as yogi or sanyasi. Literally, it means one who practises a ″sadhana″ or keenly follows a path of spiritual discipline. I met this Sadhu at Varanasi(spiritual capital of India) in India .

Sadhus may live together in monasteries that usually belong to a particular order. They may also wander throughout the country alone or in small groups or isolate themselves in small huts or caves. They generally take vows of poverty and celibacy and depend on the charity of householders for their food. 

Location : Varanasi, India

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