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A seated puja on a grassy lakeshore under a large cloud bank, with mountains behind a wide calm lake. A figure in an orange robe, red shawl and orange headwear sits on a raised wooden seat with a golden backrest, a trident on a pole beside them. Around them about twenty-five devotees sit on mats and cloths, many in fleece, caps and bright jackets, some with hands folded, some holding notebooks. Brass plates and offerings sit on a cloth in front, with a decorated deity murti in red and gold near the seat. The water is shallow and reflective. Scattered watermarked elements are omitted.

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