Damsels Showing Off At Srimushnam (K1)

At Bhu Varaha Swamy temple – referred to in Chola inscriptions of 11th century, later enhanced by kings of various dynasties of whom notable is Achuthappa Nayak (1560 – 1614 AD).

Wonder what is adorning her fore-arm! Quite unusually the dame does not seem to cover her modesty.

Look at her braids tied up by a kunjalam at the tip. Also her elaborate waist band!

The bower motif is a favorite of Nayak artists.

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Musicians and dancers reveling:

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On the way to Srimushnam:

Nice roads.

A typical village house, now a local office of some kind.

Another view of the quaint looking house.

And before us is…

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This temple with its rituals and practices serves as a shining example of religious amity between communities – muslims welcomed and honored for their participation!.

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