epaselect epa11391056 Balinese men are armed with thorny pandanus leafs and plaited fiber shields as they fight during the annual sacred 'Usaba Sambah' ritual in Tenganan, Bali, Indonesia, 05 June 2024. According to local beliefs, pandanus fights, which are locally referred to as 'Mekare-kare', are performed as a tribute to God Indra, the god of war. Through the duels, the fighters believe they make sacrifices for the gods to balance the human body with the universe. EPA/MADE NAGI
