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A temple shrine photographed head-on with a gold-painted back wall and two hanging brass lamps. Three large murti figures sit on a raised dais: the central figure wears a tall black crown with a gold ornament and a white-and-blue garland, while the figures on either side wear red-and-yellow garlands and silver crowns. Each is seated before ornate green-and-gold brocade backdrops studded with shell-like decoration. In front, smaller murtis in yellow and gold silk, heavily adorned with jewellery, sit on wooden pedestals. Brass plates hold fruit, a kalasha-style vessel, lit oil lamps, flower petals and a handbell with a red flower, set on a red patterned cloth. No people are visible.

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A photograph of a shrine with three deity murtis seated in a row against a golden wall, each adorned with jewelled crowns, garlands and necklaces. The central figure wears a tall black crown with a gold band and holds a snake and a flame-like object; the figures on either side wear pink, red and green silk draped over seats. In front, smaller murtis and a row of lit oil lamps sit on a red patterned rug beside brass pots, a bell, a plate with fruit, a conch-like bowl of flowers and a coconut on a brass tray. Two hanging brass lamps are suspended from the wall. No people are visible.2025-11-10Photograph of a shrine room with a gold-painted back wall showing three seated deity murtis (statues) draped in garlands of white and yellow-red flowers. The central murti wears a tall crown, a teal and gold garment and holds a ceremonial staff; the murti on the left and right wear pink and gold silk and tall crowns. Smaller figures stand in front, and a bronze lamp, brass bell, brass plate with a pomegranate and a brass kalasha-like vessel sit on red patterned mats. Brass oil lamps with lit wicks and a bowl of orange and yellow flowers appear at the front. Hanging brass oil lamps and paper decorations are visible at the top. No physical people are present.2025-11-07Photograph of a temple shrine against gold-painted walls showing three large murti statues dressed with red and yellow marigold garlands and green silk drapes. The central deity murti wears a tall crown and jewelled necklaces with raised hands. Smaller figures stand on a central platform, with a bronze lamp stand, brass oil lamps with lit flames, a kalasha pot, brass bells, a plate of fruit, and red flowers on a shrine table. No living people are visible; all figures are statues.2024-07-10A shrine photograph showing three large decorated deity murtis seated together against a golden-yellow wall. The central figure wears a tall crown with a Shiva-linga motif, a rudraksha-style and jewelled necklace, and holds a small drum-like object and a flame. The two flanking figures wear crowns, green and gold shawls, pink and gold garments, layered gold necklaces and garlands of green leaves and flowers. In front, smaller murtis in red and gold clothing sit on a red-draped platform. Offerings include a brass plate with a yellow citrus fruit, a bowl of fruit, brass oil lamps, a handbell and a brass pot. Floral petals are scattered on the red carpet. No living people are visible.2024-09-29A shrine arrangement in a gold-painted room shows three seated murti figures in the back: the central deity with a tall black crown bearing a tilak, a long garland and a raised hand, flanked by two figures in turbans and rich costume. In front, smaller decorated murtis in blue and red silk sit on wooden stands, with brass oil lamps, a brass kalasha, bells, a plate of fruit and a bowl of flower petals. A red cushion holds a pair of wooden padukas with a white bead mala. Statues and ritual objects only; no living people are visible.2025-08-05A photograph of a shrine with a gold-painted wall and several deity murtis dressed in silk, garlands and jewellery. Three central figures stand or sit on a raised platform: the centre figure wears a tall crown and holds a mace-like staff, flanked by figures in red and green robes. Below, smaller figures in blue and green sarees with gold ornaments are arranged around a multi-armed murti. Brass oil lamps with lit flames sit on a red cloth, with a brass bell, a brass plate holding an apple and offerings, and marigold-like yellow flowers scattered on the floor rug. No living people are visible.2025-07-15A shrine room with gold-painted walls and hanging oil lamps displays three large seated deity murtis dressed in green and gold silk with layered garlands and jeweled crowns, the central figure raising one hand in blessing and holding a small ceremonial fan. In front, smaller murtis in red and gold garments, a purple beaded arch, a brass kalasha-style lamp, a bell, a plate with fruit, a burning ghee lamp, and a bowl of flowers are arranged on a cloth-covered platform, indicating puja offerings. No living people are visible.2024-01-10A photograph of a temple shrine with three large deity statues seated on a raised platform against a gold-painted wall. The central figure wears a tall silver crown, red and gold garments and a dense garland of green and gold beads; flanking figures wear red and green robes, jewelled necklaces and ornate headdresses. Smaller figurines, a fine-featured female form with a red draped cloth, and several brass oil lamps with lit flames sit on tiered offering tables. Fruits, marigold petals, a brass bell, a kalasha-style brass vessel and a plate of offerings are arranged on a red patterned cloth in front. Hanging brass lamps appear on the wall. No people are visible.A photograph of a temple shrine with three large metal deity murtis seated on a raised platform against a golden-yellow wall. The central figure wears a tall ornate crown and a cream garment with a rudraksha-style bead mala and gold chains, one hand raised. The figures on either side wear dark red or maroon garments, heavy jewelled necklaces, and green and gold brocade shawls. In front, smaller figures and a red-clad deity murti sit beside a brass kalasha, brass oil lamps with lit wicks, a silver tray holding a bell and small brass vessels, a brass bell, a brass lotus-shaped bowl and a red-and-gold cloth on a low stand. No physical people are visible.2024-09-08A photograph of a decorated shrine with a group of deity murtis set against a golden-yellow wall. A central standing figure with a tall crown and a garland-laden chest is flanked by two seated figures, one on each side, with garlands of green and gold. In front, smaller murtis in pink and white silk garments are dressed with jewelry and flower garlands. Brass oil lamps with lit wicks, a brass kalasha-style vessel with flowers, a bell, a brass plate with small vessels, and a peach-coloured fruit are arranged on red and patterned cloths. No physical people are visible.2025-07-23Indoor temple shrine photographed from the front. Three large deity murtis stand in the centre on a raised platform, decorated with garlands of white and red flowers, green and gold beaded necklaces, jewelled crowns and gold-yellow silk garments with green borders. Smaller murtis in orange and red silk sit on pedestals in front, including a figure seated on an animal mount and several standing figures. Brass oil lamps with lit flames, a brass bell, a silver plate with a lemon and small vessels, a bowl of flower petals and a plate of red and green items sit on the floor cloth. Hanging brass lamps and paper garlands decorate the yellow wall above.A photograph of a shrine with several decorated deity murti set against a gold-painted wall. Three large standing figures sit centrally: the left figure wears a red turban and red garment with a trident behind him, the central figure wears a tall crown and holds a fan-like whisk, and the right figure wears a dark crown and green garment; all are draped in green and gold garlands and jewelry. Smaller figures in blue and purple silk stand or sit in front, with flower-decorated lion-like mounts. Brass oil lamps with lit flames, a brass bell, a plate with a kalasha-style vessel, and bowls of red flowers sit on a red patterned rug, with brass lamp stands at the sides.