Close up capture of Maa Durga
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Detailed carvings in an enlarged version of bothi.  Observe the carvings which depicts different events of life.
The core of the pandal where Maa Durga was residing
Great work from idol artist Debotosh. The idol style matched the theme of the pandal.
Entrance to the pandal. Observe the corridor created through a series of wood carved "bothi".
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Remember these sound making hand pulled carts? You used to get them only in local seasonal melas (fairs)
Brilliant imagination from Anirban. Using enlarged bothi's to create the corridor arch!
"Belan-Chaki" in all sizes with one common theme - memories of our childhood with our mothers.
Close up view of the wood carved "belan"
Ceiling decorated with "ghute" (cow dung cakes). Notice the embroidered bamboos.
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