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A photograph of a shrine interior lit by many oil lamps. At the centre sits a dark-complexioned deity murti seated within a gilded arch, adorned with a crown, a large necklace, a red and gold draped garment and flower garlands. Tall brass lamp stands with multiple lit wicks flank the shrine, and more lamps hang along a golden canopy above. In front, a small figure of a deity wears a white garland, and brass vessels, a plate of fruit and a tray of offerings sit on a low table. Framed pictures on the side walls are partly visible. No people are present.

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