Kiwis learn about Sikh religion at 'Turban Day'

Kiwis learn about Sikh religion at ‘Turban Day’

Tuesday, May 31st, 2016

Hundreds of people in Auckland took the opportunity today to find out what it’s like to wear a turban. The event was arranged to help people understand more about the Sikh religion.

New Zealand is home to 20,000 thousand Sikhs.

The turban is one of five articles of their faith, and is considered to be the crown of spirituality. But anyone, regardless of faith or sex can wear one. Continue reading

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