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October 23 20172017-10-23A decorated shrine displays a golden deity murti of Skanda (Murugan) seated at centre with a spear (vel) and crown, flanked by two smaller golden consort figures. The deity stands on a golden peacock vahana with a snake beneath, all framed by an arched golden canopy and garlands of white jasmine, pink lotus petals, red and green strings and purple flowers. Red and gold embroidered banners with floral motifs hang on each side, brass oil lamps stand at the front, and brass vessels with flowers and offerings sit before the altar. No people are visible; the scene is a photograph of the shrine alone.2016-11-02A deity murti of Murugan (Subramanya) stands centrally on a golden peacock vahana, holding a vel spear, adorned with ornate silver-and-gold jewellery, a crown and garlands of yellow and red flowers with green and white ribbons. Two smaller female murtis flank him, one in blue and gold, the other in blue and gold attire, both also draped in marigold and rose garlands. Golden carved arches frame the shrine, and a purple flower offering sits at the base. No living people are visible.2013-11-05December 23 20162016-12-23February 07 20142014-02-07October 27 20142014-10-27 +1 copiesDecember 04 20112011-12-04 +1 copiesJanuary 24 20162016-01-24November 05 20132013-11-05October 22 20172017-10-22A deity murti of Murugan (Subramanya) is seated on a gilded throne-like palanquin with an arched gold frame, decorated with thick garlands of yellow marigolds and red roses. The figure wears a golden crown, a vel-like spear held in the hands, layered gold and jewelled necklaces, and a tilaka on the forehead. Two consort figures stand flanking the central deity, wearing jewelled ornaments and red-and-white garlands. A golden peacock stands in front of the throne, and a green, red and yellow tasselled canopy hangs overhead. A dark backdrop with a painted temple tower is visible behind. The scene appears to be a festival or temple procession display of the utsava murti.2016-01-24November 06 20132013-11-06