Within Albania's frightening Muslim sect, after the fall of communism (Photo)

Within Albania's frightening Muslim sect, after the fall of communism (Photo)

For years, communism denied Albanians the right to trust. Hundreds of churches and mosques were destroyed. After the fall of Communism, many sects spread in Albania in addition to traditional religions. Photo Michel Setboun brings some rare photos from a Muslim sect in Shkodra who perform their rituals. Published photos [...]

For years, communism denied Albanians the right to trust.

Hundreds of churches and mosques were destroyed.

In addition to traditional religions, many sects spread in Albania after the fall of Communism. <

Photo Michel Setboun brings some rare photos from a Muslim sect in Shkodra who perform their rituals.

Photos published by ThemA show that in addition to forgiveness, they perform some other frightening actions, such as facial or body piercings, in form of self - punishment.

The photos were taken just after Communism fell.

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