Night view of a large, old banyan tree with thick, twisted aerial roots and grey bark. At its base sits a stone platform with steps and a small glowing opening where a fire or lamp burns with an orange flame. Scattered petals and offerings lie on the sandy ground, and a folded red-and-white cloth rests on the steps to the right. No people are visible in the scene. - Nithyanandapedia

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Night view of a large, old banyan tree with thick, twisted aerial roots and grey bark. At its base sits a stone platform with steps and a small glowing opening where a fire or lamp burns with an orange flame. Scattered petals and offerings lie on the sandy ground, and a folded red-and-white cloth rests on the steps to the right. No people are visible in the scene.

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