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Photograph of a temple shrine interior with a seated statue wearing an orange-and-maroon turban and maroon-orange robe with a large ornate gold-and-pink necklace, one hand raised in blessing, seated before a multi-armed deity murti behind it. In front, a black Shivalinga is dressed with a green silk cloth, an orange-and-white draped cloth, a fresh garland of white jasmine and orange marigolds, and a rudraksha-style bead garland. Golden lion-like pillars flank the shrine, and orange drapes frame the alcove. No physical people are visible; the figures are statues.

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A photograph of a decorated temple shrine with a large golden figure of a deity seated on a raised throne-like platform, wearing an orange and red garment, a white and red floral garland, pearl necklaces, and an orange-and-gold crown. Behind it a golden multi-armed deity murti stands with a green-clad companion figure. In front, a black stone linga is adorned with a white cloth, a silver-and-red face ornament, rudraksha beads and yellow-and-white flower garlands, set on a dark draped base. Smaller golden figurines stand at the left and right sides, a brass kalasha sits to the right, and a small oil lamp burns at the lower left among scattered petals.2026-01-08A temple shrine with a large seated statue of a guru figure dressed in green and red garlands, positioned above a black Shiva lingam draped in green cloth and marigold and white flower garlands with a rudraksha-style mala, set on a dark tiled platform. Behind is a golden arch with orange and purple drapes, a deity murti with multiple arms and a crown, and gold-carved pillars with lion-like guardian figures at the sides. Smaller statues in green and red garments stand at the bottom edge. No living people are visible.2024-02-26Photo of a temple shrine with a golden-framed niche and yellow curtains. Seated centrally is a gilded, lifelike statue of a smiling figure in a deep pink silk robe and matching pink turban with a gold crown, wearing layered gold necklaces and pink and white flower garlands, with one hand raised in blessing. Behind it stands a multi-armed deity figure in a crown, with a green-clad female figure beside it, both adorned with flower garlands. In front, a large black Shiva lingam stands on a yoni base, decorated with a silver face, rudraksha mala strands, and marigold and white flower garlands, with a yellow cloth draped over the base. Brass oil lamps sit on the sides. No living people are visible.A temple shrine photographed head-on with gold-painted carved pillars and golden lion-like guardian figures flanking it. Above a shiny black plinth, a seated figure in an orange-and-maroon turban and red silk garment, with a garland of white and red flowers, raises one hand in blessing; a deity murti of Shiva with a crescent and a second figure appear behind on a red backdrop. In front stands a large shiva-linga or shrine object with a brown silk cloth, a golden kalasha-like crown, layered marigold garlands and rudraksha malas, flanked by two small standing deity figures and magenta chrysanthemum bushes. Blue string lights run along the shrine.A decorated shrine with a golden statue seated on a red throne in front of a gilded arch, wearing a red turban, layered jewelled garlands and rudraksha malas, with its right hand raised in blessing. The statue is a sculpted figure, not a living person. In front stands a black lingam draped in yellow marigold garlands, with a silver and red-stone Shiva emblem, rudraksha strands hanging down and a green silk cloth beneath it. Potted magenta chrysanthemums flank the shrine, a brass pot sits to the right, and fairy lights line the background. No living people are visible.February 08 20242024-02-08A photograph of a shrine with a gold-framed arch. Seated at centre is a golden statue of a figure in an orange-saffron garment with a gold crown, pearl and flower garlands, and a white tilak, hand raised in blessing. Behind are a statue of a multi-armed deity in a leopard-print turban and a female figure in a green sari with flower garlands. In front is a large black stone shivalinga with a silver face and yellow-and-red flower garlands, a brass oil lamp to the left and a brass pot to the right. No living people are visible. The statue is a depiction, not an in-person figure.2026-12-18A temple shrine photo showing a golden statue of a seated figure in red and gold attire, wearing a jeweled golden crown, with multiple garlands of white and yellow flowers, gold necklaces and a raised hand gesture. Behind it stands a golden deity murti with multiple arms and a red and orange headdress. In front, a dark black lingam is adorned with a silver-and-red ornamental face, red cloth, rudraksha beads, and yellow and white flower garlands, set on a purple cloth. Gold arched frame and dark tiled wall surround the shrine, with a brass plate of flowers at left. No people are visible.2025-02-11A photograph of a decorated temple shrine with gold-finished arch and pillars and red drapes. Behind the altar, a golden statue with a pink and gold turban and multi-coloured garlands sits on a pink lotus. Two standing golden figures stand behind it, one holding a hand in blessing, with pink and orange flower garlands. In front, a black stone deity murti is dressed in a yellow and red flower garland, rudraksha mala and a silver and red-gemmed ornament, with a gold-striped turban. Brass oil lamps stand on either side. No living people are visible.2025-08-08A photograph of a temple shrine with gold-painted carved side panels and a temple architecture backdrop. Central figure is a golden statue of a seated man in white robes, pearl and bead necklaces, a white and red turban, and raised hand in blessing. Behind him stands a golden multi-armed deity form in a green garment with floral garlands. In front, a black linga is decorated with yellow and red flower garlands, a silver tripundra-style ornament, and rudraksha beads. Offerings and a small printed card rest at the base. No living people are visible; the figures are statues and printed images.A photograph of a temple shrine with a golden arched frame. Centrally, a large Shiva linga draped in a rudraksha mala with a gold kalasha-style top is dressed in a white cloth with an orange-and-brown border, garlanded with yellow, red, green and white flower strands and decorated with flowers. Behind it, a golden-complexioned figure in red and white ornate clothing and a crown stands with a hand raised in blessing, flanked by two dark-complexioned deity murti in red, orange and yellow garments with crowns and garlands. To the right, a dark-complexioned deity murti in a pink sari with a gold crown and white flower garland stands on a green base. Brass oil lamps and offering plates sit on the right side, and a small brass vessel with a blue cloth and orange flower sits at lower left. No living people are visible.February 08 20242024-02-08