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Outdoor photo of a black stone deity murti standing on a raised pedestal inside a gilded arch, with a large tree and rubble behind it. Two priests in saffron-orange dhotis, one bare-chested, stand on an orange-draped wooden platform beside the murti, one holding a small ritual object near the deity. A woman in a red blouse with a white flower garland sits in the lower right, facing the murti. Brass and steel vessels, a small pot and offerings sit at the platform base, with marigold petals scattered at the foot of the deity. No clearly identifiable a person candidate is visible.

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February 05 20152015-02-05February 05 20152015-02-05Outdoor photograph of a black stone deity murti standing on a raised red-legged platform draped with an orange cloth, set within a gilded arched frame amid trees and rubble. Two priests in saffron-orange dhotis with bare upper bodies stand on the left, one pouring liquid from a white vessel over the murti's head while the other supports it. The murti holds a trident-like weapon and a drum-shaped object, and a small offering lies at its base. In the lower right, a woman seen from behind with a long braid and white jasmine garland in a red blouse watches the abhishekam.2015-02-05Outdoor photograph of a temple ritual at a small shrine under tall trees. A black stone deity murti stands within a gilded arched frame on a raised base decorated with marigold garlands and flower offerings. Two priests in orange-red robes stand on a raised wooden platform with an orange draped cloth, one reaching up to the murti. In the foreground, a woman in a red garment and white flower garland faces the shrine from behind. A camera on a tripod is at left, and piles of stone rubble lie behind the shrine.2015-02-05Outdoor photograph of a consecration or abhishekam at a black stone deity murti set under a golden arched frame among trees. Two priests in saffron-red dhotis stand on a raised platform with a draped orange cloth, one pouring or offering over the murti's head. A devotee in the foreground, wearing a red garment and a white flower garland, faces the murti from behind. A woman in white clothing on the right has her hands joined in prayer. Flower petals and offerings are scattered at the base of the shrine.2015-02-05Outdoor temple scene beneath trees at a small shrine. A black stone deity murti with raised arms stands under a golden arch, with a priest in red clothing on an orange draped platform pouring or offering to it while a second priest in red holds a white cloth. Two men in white dhotis stand to the left by the platform. A woman with long dark hair, a white flower garland and a red and orange sari sits in the foreground facing the shrine. Brass vessels, a silver bowl, and a striped cloth with offerings lie in front. Rocky ground and bare branches surround the shrine.2015-02-05February 05 20152015-02-05Outdoor photo at a temple shrine under a large tree with bare trunk and green foliage. A black stone deity murti stands in an ornate golden arch on a raised platform draped with orange cloth. A man in saffron-orange dhoti and shawl stands on the platform at left, reaching toward the murti. A younger man in white dhoti with gold waistband stands beside the platform, holding a plate and offering. On the right, a man with long hair, a white flower garland and a gold armlet and red shawl stands in profile. Another person in orange clothing stands further back near a low wall and wooden table. Oil lamps and offerings sit on the platform.2015-02-05Outdoor photograph at an open-air shrine in a dry, tree-shaded area. Two shaved-headed men in saffron-orange robes stand on a raised wooden platform beside a tall black stone deity murti decorated with gold-coloured arch framing and garlands; one pours liquid from a white vessel onto the murti's head. A woman with long dark hair, wearing a white flower garland and an orange garment, sits in the foreground facing the shrine. Offering vessels, steel bowls and a cloth-covered table sit at the lower left, and flower petals scatter the base. Rocks are piled in the background.2015-02-05Outdoor photograph at a shrine beneath tall trees. A large black stone deity murti stands within a gilded arch, holding a trident-like staff and a raised ornament. Two priests in saffron-orange robes stand on a raised platform with a draped peach cloth and red-railed steps, one reaching up to the murti with hands raised as if performing abhishekam. A woman in a red sleeveless top and white flower garland, seen from behind, watches from the right, with another person partly visible at the edge. Rubble and red walls sit in the background.2015-02-05Outdoor ritual at a shaded site beneath large spreading trees. A black stone deity murti stands within an ornate golden arched frame on a red-and-orange platform, decorated with flowers and fabric draped over a red railing. Two priests in red and orange robes stand on the left, one holding an offering. A woman in a red-and-brown sari with a white flower garland sits in the foreground facing the deity, her back to the camera, with a bangle on her arm. Steel vessels, bowls and covered containers are arranged on a striped pink-green cloth in front. Piles of stone and a red wall appear behind.2015-02-05February 05 20152015-02-05