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A photograph of a shrine featuring two large copper-toned deity murtis seated side by side under a gilded arch against a teal curtain. The male figure wears an orange turban and orange shawl, holds a trident and damaru-like objects, and has a long garland of red and white flowers. The female figure wears a golden crown, black and gold attire and layered necklaces. Before them sits a small white marble murti in red clothing and a red turban, with beaded yellow garlands draped over the shrine. Brass lamps, a kalasha pot, brass bowls and offerings sit on the floor in front, and a pink silk cloth covers the base. No living people are visible.

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