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Devotees throng Nagore for Khanduri festival

By Our Staff Reporter

NAGAPATTINAM, JULY 23. Thousands of devotees from various parts of the country and abroad are coming to the Saint Hazrath Syed Shahul Hameed Quadir Wali durgah at Nagore near here, a pilgrimage centre for both Muslims and Hindus, in connection with the fortnight long `Khanduri' festival, which began with holy flag hoisting on Monday night.

The highlight of the festival is the participation of thousands of Hindus, along with Muslims, who take a holy dip in the `Peer Kulam'. It is believed that taking bath in the pond will cure all diseases. The durgah stands as a symbol of communal harmony

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