The steep mud volcanoes mark the start of Pakistan’s largest Hindu pilgrimage festival.
Climbing to the volcano’s peak, worshippers toss offerings into the crater, seeking permission to visit Hinglaj Mata cave temple. Hundreds climb stairs to the volcano’s peak, tossing coconuts and rose petals into the shallow crater.
Hindus believe it’s where Sati’s remains fell.
The Hinglaj Yatra, spanning three days at Hingol National Park, anticipates over 100,000 participants. Though Hindus make up 2.14% of Pakistan’s population that is 4.4 million.