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A photograph inside a temple shrine decorated with flower garlands. A large golden umbrella hangs above a throne-like seat covered in a heart-shaped arrangement of marigolds and multicoloured flowers. A woman in a pink shawl and gold jewellery sits on the seat, and several devotees bend forward and touch it. To the left, a shaved-headed man in an orange-brown robe and gold necklace stands with a bindi and vibhuti on his forehead. On each side stand large painted guardian figures with gold ornaments and garlands. Several women in saris and a man in white shirt crowd close, and the scene has a ceremonial, devotional feel.

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A photograph of a temple-like hall with two tall painted guardian statues holding a trident and a flaming torch, flanking a central throne (peetha) draped in layered flower garlands in yellow, white, red and purple, topped by a gold crown-like canopy. A seated figure in a red-pink garland and gold jewellery sits on the throne, receiving devotees. Two shaved-headed men in saffron-orange robes stand to the left. In the foreground, a man in a brown shirt bends forward, a woman in a blue blouse and white sari bends low, and a woman in a white sari with a long braid, and a young boy in a white shirt, stand nearby, taking part in a darshan or offering. Several people are visible in the crowd, with the total visible count within the 6-20 range.2013-07-22A photograph inside a temple shrine decorated with flower garlands in red, yellow and white. A large deity murti or peetha sits centrally beneath a gold umbrella and a floral mandala, flanked by two tall painted guardian figures holding tridents. A woman in a red and gold sari sits at the centre, smiling, with a garland around her neck. Around her, devotees press forward: several men in saffron-orange dhotis and shawls with rudraksha-style garlands and white tripundra marks, a man in a striped shirt bending forward, and women in purple, pink, red and white saris with flowers in their hair, some with hands folded in prayer. Offerings and a brass vessel rest near the base. The scene suggests a puja or darshan in progress.2013-07-22A temple-style shrine with painted pink and blue pillars, lotus motifs and a golden canopy over a central seat decorated with yellow, red and white marigold and rose garlands. A figure in a pink-and-gold garland stands at the centre of the shrine, with a figure in reddish-brown robe beside them. Several shaved-headed priests in orange-brown robes and white-clad devotees stand in front, and women in saris of purple, red, teal and blue watch and offer. Flower petals are scattered on the floor and two decorative guardian figures flank the shrine.2013-07-22Devotees in white dhotis and saris crowd a shrine decorated with a large floral garland arranged in red, yellow and white, with a gold canopy above a central seated figure. Flanking the shrine are two tall painted deity murtis with crowns and gold necklaces, and a lit oil lamp stands at right. A central figure with bare upper body, rudraksha mala and gold necklace sits in front of the garland; the visible cues are not sufficient to attribute him to a person, so this is unsure. A woman in the foreground in white sari with a gold border holds a small offering packet. Others in green and white saris and white shirts surround the shrine, some bending to make offerings.2013-07-22A photograph inside a decorated temple shrine. In the centre a seated figure in a red-brown robe with a garland of pink flowers and a rudraksha mala sits on a golden throne-like seat before an elaborate floral arch of yellow and red-white marigold and rose garlands. Devotees in red-brown and orange saris with rudraksha necklaces stand around, some with hands folded, while a man in white dhoti and shawl wearing a long rudraksha mala stands at left. A man in a white shirt stands at the far left edge, and a woman bends forward at lower centre offering something. Golden deity murti and lion-motif pillars decorate the background, and a microphone stands near the throne.2015-07-31July 22 20132013-07-22A photograph inside a colourfully decorated temple hall at a Guru Purnima-style ceremony. A seated figure in an orange-brown robe, with a gold necklace and beaded mala, sits on a throne-like seat framed by a large garland of yellow, white, pink and purple flowers beneath a golden umbrella canopy. Two tall painted deity murtis with raised hands and crowns flank the seat. Devotees in white dhotis and white saris crowd around the seat, with a woman in orange at lower centre. Brass oil lamps and a decorated pillar frame the scene.2013-07-22A photograph inside a richly decorated shrine hall with pink and blue painted columns and gold-trimmed panels. A seated figure on a flower-covered, multicoloured throne-like seat under a gold canopy receives devotees, wearing a red-and-white garland and gold-trimmed clothing. Two large painted deity statues flank the seat, wearing gold necklaces and crowns. Devotees in white kurtas, saffron-and-brown dhotis and bright saris, including an elderly woman in a teal sari with a white shawl holding a fruit, approach with offerings. Petals cover the floor. The seated figure is the only candidate and the photo is too small to confirm appearance, so the candidate is uncertain.2013-07-22July 22 20132013-07-22A crowded temple interior where devotees gather before a large seated figure decorated with garlands of yellow, red and pink flowers. A woman in a pink garland sits at the centre within the floral arch. Two tall painted guardian figures with gold crowns and jewellery flank the shrine. In the foreground a woman in a white sari with a gold border and a rudraksha-style necklace looks downward. A bald man in saffron cloth and a gold chain stands at left, while a man in a brown shirt bends forward to offer respect near the shrine. Children in traditional dress, including a girl in a blue and white sari, stand among the crowd.2013-07-22July 22 20132013-07-22July 22 20132013-07-22