Snake charming is the practice of apparently hypnotizing a snake by simply playing an instrument. A typical performance may also include handling the snake or performing other seemingly dangerous act, as well as other street performance staples, like juggling and sleight of hand. The practice is most common in India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia are also home to performers, as are the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia. Here are some scary and amazing pictures which really will amuse you.

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