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Buddhists cleansed statues at Preah Buddha Rangsey Temple, 2400 S. Sixth St., to celebrate the third day of the Cambodian New Year Sunday. The holiday annually falls in mid-April and most recently celebrated year 2555 of the Buddhist Era. Bathing Buddha statues symbolizes the water needed for growth, and brings longevity, happiness and prosperity in life.

Contact Staff Photographer Greg Bezanis at gbezanis@southphillyreview.com or ext. 126.

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