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A decorated shrine tableau of deity murtis draped in thick garlands of yellow marigolds, purple flowers, red blossoms and green leaves. Two large figures sit side by side: the left one wears an orange turban and holds a small object, while the right one wears an orange sari with gold trim, a jewelled crown and heavy necklaces, and holds one hand outward. A smaller figure in orange with a gold crown sits in front on a white and orange cloth, with a white silver-necklaced statue at lower left. Orange and red drapes frame the shrine, which sits under an ornate arched stone canopy.

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December 29 20102010-12-29December 14 20102010-12-14December 23 20102010-12-23December 14 20102010-12-14A decorated shrine with two large seated deity murtis in orange and gold garments, each adorned with yellow and purple flower garlands. The central figure wears an orange turban-style crown, rudraksha-style beaded necklaces and bangles, and holds a raised hand; the figure beside wears a tall crown, layered gold necklaces and a red-orange sari-style dress. Between them sits a smaller deity murti draped in garlands with a gold-trimmed face, in front of which are open books, brass pots and a kalasha. Brass oil lamps stand on either side of the altar, with a red-orange backdrop, carved stone pillars and an arched golden frame behind. Small garlanded murtis sit on the platforms at the edges.2010-12-14Photo of a temple shrine with a golden arch framing two large seated deity murtis dressed in orange and red silk with white and gold garlands, flanked by floral garlands in yellow, red, purple and white. A central shivalinga-style object on a golden base sits in front of them. To the left, a smaller seated figure in orange robes and rudraksha mala stands beside a red-draped pedestal, and a small orange-robed figure sits at the lower centre near brass oil lamps and offerings. The stone walls are carved with figures, and a turquoise backdrop hangs behind the murtis.2011-07-17December 30 20072007-12-30A photograph of a temple shrine dominated by a pair of seated deity murtis dressed in orange garments and heavy gold and jewelled ornaments. The seated male figure holds a trident and wears a crown-like headdress, rudraksha-style beaded necklaces and an orange turban, while the female figure beside him wears layered gold necklaces, bangles and an orange sari-style garment. Behind them is a golden arch framing the murtis, draped with garlands of yellow, red, white and purple flowers and a purple cloth. In front, a large shiva linga is wrapped in orange cloth, decorated with a jewelled silver garland and encircled by a thick garland of yellow and purple flowers. Plain white cloth covers a side table, and a brass lamp stands at the right edge.2010-12-27A photograph of a shrine within a stone temple arch, framed by a gold-edged archway and draped with a multicolored garland of yellow marigolds, red and purple flowers and green leaves. Two gilded deity murti sit on a raised red and gold seat under the arch: the figure on the left wears a red turban and crown and holds a trident-like object, while the figure on the right wears a red sari-like garment with a black crown and holds a small object. In front, a smaller seated figure in red and white holds a hand raised in blessing and wears a rudraksha mala. Red drapes hang on both sides, a brass oil lamp stands at right, and flower petals lie on the floor with a white-covered table at left.2010-12-22December 23 20102010-12-23A photograph of a temple shrine garlanded with flowers. Two gilded figures of Shiva and Parvati, or deity murti, sit on a raised seat under an arched frame of yellow, red and white flower garlands. The figure on the left wears an orange and red striped turban and holds a small hand drum; the figure on the right wears a purple garment and gold jewellery. In the foreground a white statue wearing an orange and saffron robe, orange head cloth, gold necklaces and a red bindi sits with palms pressed together, surrounded by garlands of yellow, green and magenta flowers. The statue is a depiction, not a living person, and no living people are visible.December 05 20112011-12-05