Sat Dec 21, 2013 20:52:12
Muslim pilgrims from all around the world head to the historic city of Karbala to take part in the Arbaeen religious ceremony which marks the 40th day after martyrdom of Prophet Mohammed's grandson, Imam Hussein (PBUH).
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