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A deity murti of Rajarajeshwari is decorated for day 5 of the Rajarajeshwari Brahmotsavam. The face is gold-toned with a red tilak, wearing a tall crown set with red, green and white stones and a dangling pendant-style ornament. The deity wears layered gold, red and green necklaces, a green collar, and a blue garment, surrounded by heaps of yellow marigolds and red and pink flowers. A golden leaf-shaped ceremonial fan stands at left, held by a hand presenting a yellow flower. Printed on the image: 'day 5 | rajarajeshwari brahmotsavam' and a copyright line.

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