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A richly decorated deity murti of Ananda Meenakshi is seated in the centre of a flower-garlanded alcove, framed by arching garlands of yellow marigolds, red flowers and green leaves. The figure wears a green gown heavily embellished with gold and jewelled ornaments, a jewelled crown and bangles, and holds a sceptre topped with a bird finial. It sits on a gold-bordered, multicoloured cushioned seat with a red silk drape below. Offerings in front include a bowl of food, flowers, a lotus, and a brass oil lamp. A striped fabric canopy with a white and red lotus-shaped top forms the backdrop. A printed caption identifies the murti as Shree Ananda Meenakshi Pattabishekam.

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