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A photograph of a black stone Nandi idol, the bull vehicle of Shiva, seated on a wooden platform in a temple hall. The Nandi wears an ornate silver and maroon headdress with beaded decoration, a pink feathery garland, a gold-and-coin necklace with hanging bells, and a gold-bordered pink cloth draped over its back. Brass oil lamps with flames stand on either side, and brass plates hold rose petals, kumkum, flowers and other offerings, with a small copper vessel nearby. Tilak-like white markings mark the Nandi's body. A small decorated deity murti stands in the background on the right, and a floral kolam is drawn on the floor. A timestamp overlay reads Jul. 19, 2024 6:57:00 p.m. Salem, Tamil Nadu.

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A dark stone Nandi bull statue sits on a raised black base inside a temple hall, decorated with a silver-beaded headdress, a magenta feather garland around its neck, a gold-and-maroon shawl draped over its back, and a necklace of bells and coins. Brass oil lamps with lit wicks stand on either side. In front, a brass tray holds pink flower petals, kumkum and vibhuti in small bowls, a lit ghee lamp, a bowl of offerings, a brass vessel with a ritual spoon, and an incense holder with burning sticks. Rangoli designs decorate the floor behind, with a timestamp reading Jul. 19, 2024 in Salem, Tamil Nadu. No people are visible.2024-07-19A black stone Nandi bull idol sits on a golden pedestal in a temple hall, decorated with a jeweled head ornament, a pink feathered garland, a gold-and-pink cloth draped over its back and a bell-hung gold necklace. 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