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Photos: Aga Khan in Atlanta for historic Diamond Jubilee USA visit
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world’s approximately 20 million Shiite Imami Ismaili Muslims, arrived in Atlanta Tuesday evening as part of a yearlong celebration commemorating 60 years of his leadership, also known as his Diamond Jubilee.
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March 13, 2018 Atlanta: His Highness the Aga Khan, the 49th hereditary Imam (spiritual leader) of the world's Shia Ismaili Muslim Community, waves as he arrives at Fulton County Airport to celebrate with his Georgia followers his 60th anniversary as their leader on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, in Atlanta. The visit is part of a year-long celebration to commemorate his Diamond Jubilee (60th Anniversary). Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
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Atlanta Streets Alive begins its 2025 season of Sundays
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Photos: Falcons introduce their 2025 first-round draft picks
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Photos: Fine Water Summit Taste and Design Awards
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