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A photograph inside a gilded temple shrine at Nithyanandeshwara Paramashiva Devalayam during Navaratri Day 2 Chandi Homa purnahuti. A decorated deity murti in a green and red silk sari with jeweled ornaments sits on a golden throne, adorned with green leaves, flowers and a crown. In the foreground a golden stand holds pink and white flowers and a small kalasha. On the right, a man with a full dark beard and orange-saffron clothing holds a ceremonial white parasol-like object toward a shrine figure, with smoke drifting through the frame. Golden arches, string lights and garlands fill the background.

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October 08 20212021-10-08A decorated deity murti seated on a golden throne (peetha) in a temple shrine, dressed in a green and red embroidered garment with jeweled ornaments, a crown and a green leafy garland. Golden kalasha-style vessels, brass lamps and a pink-and-white floral offering sit on a gold ritual stand before it. On the right, a person in an orange-trimmed garment holds a ritual implement while smoke rises. Gold pillars, a garlanded backdrop and red-and-yellow flower strings frame the scene.2021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08Golden temple shrine during Navaratri Chandi Homa purnahuti, with smoke drifting through the frame. On the left, a deity murti in a red and gold embroidered blouse-style garment, green silk drape, jewelled ornaments and a crown sits on a golden throne decorated with green leaves and flowers. Ornate gold arches, a small golden stand with a white lamp, pink flowers and pearl strands occupy the foreground. On the right, a person in a saffron-orange garment is partially visible, offering something over the fire amid the smoke. Glittering ornaments and gilded carvings fill the background.2021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08October 08 20212021-10-08