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A photograph of a long covered pavilion lined with decorated deity murtis seated on red-draped platforms, each framed by arched backdrops wrapped in red-and-white striped and green fabric with silver tinsel. The murtis wear yellow and orange marigold garlands and colourful silk skirts in blue, orange and maroon. Small white-draped tables in the foreground hold brass plates, flowers and puja offerings. On the left, a group of people in white and saffron clothing stand at the edge of the pavilion beside a hanging garland of flowers and string lights, while a saffron-robed figure stands near a flower-decorated altar. A white tent is visible outside under trees.

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A covered outdoor hall with a corrugated roof shows a long row of deity murti set on red-draped and white-draped platforms, each wrapped in garlands of yellow and red flowers and framed by arches decorated with red, green and white tinsel. Several figures with metal crowns and ornate garments stand in the foreground. Near the platforms, small white stone blocks hold brass plates, oil lamps and offerings, and a few people in white and saffron clothing stand at the left edge, along with a brass bowl. The setting appears to be a ritual arrangement of many deities prepared for worship, with garlands and draped canopies throughout.2006-12-26A photograph of a covered outdoor hall decorated for a ritual, with rows of deity murtis (statues) dressed in saffron, gold and blue garments, adorned with yellow and orange marigold garlands and set on red-draped platforms. Behind them stand arches wrapped in red, white and green fabric with tinsel edging. On the ground in front are white rectangular blocks, mats, brass plates and offerings, and a small group of people in white dhotis and white garments stands at left, one of them in orange garments with a lit oil lamp in hand, performing aarti. Strings of small lights hang overhead beneath the tin roof, with palm trees visible beyond.2006-12-26A covered outdoor pavilion with a corrugated roof holds a row of decorated deity murtis on red-draped platforms, each adorned with garlands of orange and white flowers and striped red, white and green fabric canopies. Several white-clad men stand in a line on the left, some wearing saffron-orange shawls, with one figure in saffron robes standing near the centre holding a ritual object. Flat mats and white pedestals on the ground hold brass plates, flowers and offerings in front of the murtis. Strings of small lights and hanging garlands decorate the ceiling and trees beyond the open sides.2006-12-26A covered outdoor temple hall shows a long row of deity murtis dressed in gold-coloured and blue garments, adorned with yellow and red marigold garlands and gold crowns. Behind them stand peetha-style platforms draped in red, white and green cloth, decorated with red and white striped and silver-tinsel arches. On the left, a few people in white and saffron-orange clothing stand near ritual stations with flower-decorated pots, and small white altars with banana leaves and offerings lie on the ground. Strings of yellow flower garlands hang from the roof beams.2006-12-26A covered outdoor hall with a corrugated roof holds a row of decorated deity murtis on the right, each dressed in red, white and blue garments and draped with yellow and orange marigold garlands, with tinsel-trimmed red and green arches behind them. On the left, a group of about a dozen people in white dhotis and white kurtas stand with hands folded in prayer, with a few women in white and maroon saris among them. Several white-washed square platforms on the floor hold brass plates with flowers and offerings, and a woven mat lies beside them. Strings of marigolds hang overhead, and a man in an orange robe stands in the middle distance.2006-12-26A photograph taken under a corrugated metal roof showing a row of devotees standing with palms pressed together in namaskar on the left, several in white dhotis and white kurtas, some in saffron or orange shawls, and a woman in a maroon sari at the front left. Along the right side, a line of ornate deity murtis or processional idols stand on white and red draped platforms, garlanded with marigold and yellow flower strands, with tall decorative arches of red, green and white ribbon behind them. Small white square platforms on the floor hold brass plates, oil lamps and flower offerings, with mats and banana-leaf-style placements. Strings of marigolds hang overhead and paper bunting is visible in the background among palm trees. The scene suggests a puja or ritual observance in progress.2006-12-26A photograph of a ritual inside an open-sided tin-roofed pavilion. A row of devotees in white dhotis and white shirts or saris stands with hands folded in prayer, while a few wear saffron/orange shawls. On the right, several large decorated deity murti or ceremonial figures stand on red-draped platforms, adorned with garlands, bells and colourful crowns. Flower garlands hang across the altar in front of them, and a brass kalasha or plate sits among white flowers on the floor. Small white stone platforms hold banana leaves with offerings, and woven mats lie on the ground. Palm trees and greenery are visible beyond the open sides.2006-12-26Outdoor temple-style ritual under a white corrugated canopy strung with marigold garlands and colourful paper bunting. Two decorated shrines hold deity murtis dressed in blue and red with flower garlands, framed by large arches of striped red, green and white ribbon and tinsel. In the foreground a priest in orange-saffron cloth with bare upper body raises his hand in greeting or blessing, while several men in white dhotis and orange shawls stand nearby. Trays of fruit, brass lamps, a silver vessel, and heaps of marigold and rose petals cover the altar table in front. A carved wooden peetha or seat stands at left. Parked vehicles and trees are visible through the open side.2006-12-26A photograph inside a open-sided tent at a temple event, with a corrugated roof and hanging bulbs. Center right, a deity murti of a goddess seated on a red and gold peetha is framed by a large arch of red, green, yellow and white floral garlands and a fan of ornate gold-edged red tassels. Garlands of yellow and white flowers drape the figures. In the foreground, a standing man in an orange-saffron shawl over a cream dhoti holds a flower garland and a brass pot, while a seated man in white with an orange shawl tends items on a cloth. A white-clad figure stands at left near offering trays, with grey draped curtains behind. A banner at the bottom lists deities including Lakshmi and Saraswati.2007-01-01Photograph of a covered outdoor ritual pavilion with a corrugated metal roof and bamboo beams, hung with strings of white flower garlands and green bananas. On a raised red-carpeted stage edged by a white cloth, several seated deity murti are dressed with yellow, red and white flower garlands; the largest central figure sits in a gilded throne with a crown-like ornament and gold necklaces. Large white umbrellas with red fringed borders shade the figures, and a banana plant stands behind them. Smaller seated figures flank the arrangement. No physical people are visible.2006-07-16 +1 copiesJuly 16 20062006-07-16A photograph of an outdoor temple-style puja under a corrugated metal roof. Two deity murtis sit on a raised altar draped in red, flanked by tall arched frames of green, red, pink and white garlands with colourful paper ornaments. A standing man in an orange robe with folded hands and a garland stands at left beside a figure in white clothing holding an offering bag. The altar holds fruit, flower garlands, brass plates, a silver kalasha-style vessel, oil lamps and yellow turmeric powder in bowls. Strings of marigold and small lamps hang overhead, with palm trees and a parked car behind.2006-12-26