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Night procession scene. A golden ratha or chariot decorated with marigold and white flower garlands, purple and orange streamers, and colourful tassels hanging from golden bells. A seated man wearing an ornate golden crown, a flowered garland and a red-and-gold embroidered garment holds a ceremonial staff, sitting on a red-cushioned throne-like seat beneath a multicoloured canopy. A golden horse-head or lion-head prow leads the chariot. Devotees stand at the sides, one in a white shirt, and an orange-and-white decorated shield-like fan is visible at the lower left. Trees and dark night sky form the background. Visible photo credit reads Nithyananda Paramashivam and , which are omitted from text

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