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Photograph of a ratha yatra procession float decorated with garlands of white, pink, magenta and green flowers. Two golden metal deity murtis stand under the canopy: the taller one wears a white and gold shawl and the other a pink sari-like garment with gold jewellery; both are dressed with flower garlands. A man in white dhoti and shirt with an orange cloth over his shoulder bends forward to reach toward the deities. In front, metal trays hold coconuts, apples, pomegranates, bananas, guavas, pineapple, flower petals and a tray of loose flowers. A gold pillar with floral carving stands at left, and a small Ganesha relief is visible on its base. A sign above the deities reads in Tamil script with blue lettering.

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October 28 20062006-10-28A man in a white dhoti and kurta with an orange shawl stands at the left, leaning forward and reaching toward a pair of golden metal deity murtis decorated with white, purple and green flower garlands. The deities sit on a decorated platform inside an ornate golden shrine. A blue-lit Tamil inscription above reads Sri Anandeswarar Sametha Anandeswari. Trays of apples, mangoes, bananas, lemons, grapes and pineapple, plus a bowl of white grains, are arranged on the dais and steps before the murtis, and a flame burns beside them.2006-10-28Two golden deity murtis are seated on a decorated pedestal inside a shrine, heavily garlanded with white jasmine, pink, purple and dark red flowers, and green leaves. The figure on the left wears a white cloth with gold trim and a gold crown-like head covering; the figure on the right wears a pink-and-magenta garment and a crown. Trays of fruit in front include mangoes, lemons, pomegranates, pineapples, grapes and bananas, along with coconuts and small brass bowls. A partially visible man in white dhoti with orange cloth stands at the left edge, and another man in white offers fruit at the right edge. The shrine is framed by gold-toned pillars wrapped in flower garlands, and a blue illuminated sign is mounted above.2006-10-28Outdoor ritual photo of metal deity murtis of Nithyanandeshwara and Nithyanandeshwari on a decorated procession platform, garlanded with white jasmine and red, pink and green flower strands. Two men in white dhoti and shirt stand beside the murtis; the man on the right wears an orange shawl and adjusts garlands. Offerings are laid out in front: coconuts, bananas, apples, pomegranates, lemons and other fruit on silver trays, plus scattered petals. A gold-coloured pillar with carved figures frames the left side. A neon-style signboard above reads Sri Anandeswarar Sametha Anandeswari.2006-10-28Two golden deity murti of a divine couple stand inside a garlanded shrine, adorned with white jasmine, pink and magenta flower garlands and green leaves. Two priests in white dhotis and white shirts with orange shawls stand on either side, arranging the garlands. In front are offering trays of bananas, apples, pomegranates, guavas, coconuts, a pineapple and a bowl of flower petals and grains. A blue neon sign above reads the names of the deities, and the gold-painted pillars are draped in marigold and leaf garlands.2006-10-28A photograph of a temple ratha shrine decorated with garlands of white jasmine, purple and green flowers and marigolds. Two gilded deity murtis of a seated couple sit within, one wearing a crown and white cloth, the other in a magenta blouse and white dhoti, with a small flame of an oil lamp burning before them. A man in a white kurta with an orange shawl stands at the left, reaching toward the murtis with one hand. Trays of apples, lemons, bananas, grapes, pineapple and sugar are arranged on the steps in front. A bright lamp and a blue neon sign reading the deities' names hang above.2006-10-28Photograph of a shrine with two golden deity murtis seated side by side under a canopy wreathed in white jasmine, marigold and red flower garlands. The left murti has four arms, a golden crown and a white cloth draped over its head; the right murti wears a pink-red sari-like garment and gold jewellery. A man in a white shirt, white dhoti with maroon border and orange shawl stands at right, placing a garland on the murti. Trays of fruit in the foreground hold apples, pomegranates, bananas, grapes, limes and coconuts, with pink roses and petals scattered at the base. Blue Tamil-script lettering is visible on the shrine's upper wall.2006-10-28October 28 20062006-10-28October 28 20062006-10-28Photograph of two gilded metal deity murti in a procession ratha, decorated with long white jasmine and maroon and green flower garlands. The left figure wears a white and gold dhoti-style cloth and gold jewelry; the right figure wears a magenta silk garment with silver ornaments and a crown. Two men in white dhotis and shirts stand in front, one holding a plate and the other bending to arrange fruit offerings including apples, pomegranates, pineapple and green fruits on a tray at the base. Marigolds and a blue Tamil inscription sit above the deities.2006-10-28October 28 20062006-10-28A photograph of two gilded metal deity murtis of Nithyanandeshwara and Nithyanandeshwari, decorated with heavy garlands of white jasmine, red roses, green leaves and pink flowers, standing within a golden temple doorway. The deity on the left wears a white and gold cloth headdress, the one on the right a pink garment. A priest in white dhoti and shirt stands at left, adjusting garlands, and another attendant in white stands at right. Platters of bananas, apples, pomegranates, grapes and pineapple are arranged at the base, with scattered petals on the ground. Gilded carved pillars frame the shrine, and a neon-style sign above reads the deities' names.2006-10-28