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Ramkot, Nepal. 18th Aug, 2023. Central to the nuns' identity is their proficiency in martial arts. JIGME RUPA (all nuns' names are prefixed with Jigme) uses a sword to practice her skills outside the main temple. Among the eight 'mystical' weapons that can be used in martial arts, Rupa says her favorite is a sword. (Credit Image: © Skanda Gautam/ZUMA Press Wire) EDITORIAL USAGE ONLY! Not for Commercial USAGE! Image details File size:
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