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Naga, A Sea Serpent Statue, Rainbow Falls, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California

While Walking
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While walking up JFK Promenade the Naga sea serpent came into view in the distance.

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Falls
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Rainbow falls fell behind the Naga sea serpent

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The Tail
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The tail of the Naga sea serpent appeared ready to swat the falls.

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Its Body
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The body of the Naga sea serpent was reflected in the pond forming a letter O.

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The Head
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The head of the Naga sea serpent stared out of the pond at passersby.

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Closer Head
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A closer view of the head of the Naga sea serpent showed its vertical eye pupil. Apparently, when this sea serpent was at Burning Man, it blew bubbles.

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