Harati Devi Temple, a photo from Bagmati, Central

Photographer's Note

The gates of the Harati Devi Temple - where the intricate craftsmenship on Copper & Bronze is exemplary.
The Harati Devi Temple, dedicated to the Hindu goddess of smallpox and other epidemics, as well as a protectress of children. The small brick pagoda is very popular among both Hindus and Buddhists, especially mothers seeking blessings for their children. Petitioners toss flower petals, rice, colored powder and holy water over the Harati image, then receive a tika ( a coloured mark on the forehead) from the resident priest. Monkeys, stray dogs, and pigeons fight over the rice and the food offerings, contributing to the chaotic atmosphere. The image of the goddess dates only from the 19th century; it replaces the original that was smashed by King Rana Bahadur Shah after his wife died of smallpox.

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holmertz (102760) 2015-07-30 13:22

Hello Arunava,
Welcome back to TE. It is a surprise to see you here after such a long absence. This is an elegant close study of these Nepalese temple gates, an artistic delight and a masterpiece of craftsmanship. It is a well exposed photo with supreme sharpness allowing us a close look at the many fine details. I see this was taken almost a ear ago. I wonder how this temple withstood the disastrous earthquake.
Kind regards,
Gert

Tue (92442) 2015-07-30 14:07

Hello Arunava,
A perfect close-up photo of the gates of the temple here. The sharpness is excellent and lets us enjoy the many wonderful details and decorations very clearly.
Lars

lousat (139308) 2015-07-30 15:28

Hi Arunava,a spectacular capture of this piece of art! Magnificent close up on this temple door,perfect to show us the incredible work and the wonderful decorations in the best sharpness and perfect exposure,interesting post,i like it! Have a nice weekend and thanks,Luciano

dkmurphys (79209) 2015-07-30 22:45

Hello,
What a spectacular work of art there! So many details in golden color. Well taken, enjoy a fine weekend.

Daniel

emka (158204) 2015-07-31 0:04

hello Arunava.
I am happy to see you here after a long break on TE. Such a nice surprise :). Will you stay longer? Excellent picture from Kathmandu. Fantastic presentation of this masterpiece of Nepalese craftsmanship. Excellent composition and sharpness, we can see so many details.

Have a nice weekend

MAlgo

snunney (130967) 2015-07-31 2:30

Hello Arunava,
Superb close-up on this beautiful gate. Perfectly exposed with exceptional colours and clarity. The detail is amazing.

jhm (211736) 2015-07-31 3:35

Hello Arunava,

A wonderful detailed picture.
The yellow gold colours and decorative iron construction are an additional addition.
A lovely architecture, I like the gate and arch.
A nice composition, splendid presentation.
Very well done, TFS.

Have a nice weekend,
John.

photoray (13981) 2015-07-31 5:04

Howdy Arunava,

Impressive Hindu masterpiece of intricate, multiple designs, patterns, etc. The Harati Devi Temple is not your grandmother's Greek like temple. We Yanks too often only value the western architecture. I am personally impressed by India's uniqueness, difficult and elegant designs within architecture and culture and even clothing.
I have a Nehru jacket with gold embroidery, but alas can not find it in the mess of boxes of stored goods...
Thanks for sharing,
Cheers,
Ray

Silvio1953 (221695) 2015-07-31 5:48

Ciao Arunava, fantastic fantastic detail, of fabolous gate, excellent clarity, splendid light and colors, very well done, my friend, have a good week end, ciao Silvio

ikeharel (113411) 2015-07-31 11:10

Hello Arunava,
Golden rich in details and beautifully shown, this gate is a maserpeice craftsmanship.
Superbly taken picture, each element in great sharpness and equally lit.
Have a nice weekend,
ike