Devaraya is a village accountant who works in a nearby village. His father and grandfather worked as ‘dasayya’s at Melukote and he has earned the right to be one himself by descent. Since his full time profession keeps him busy and yet, since he believes that he should perpetuate the family tradition, he comes here whenever he finds time.
He was kind enough to showcase the tools of his tradition for a photograph. I decided to take advantage of the excellent background behind him.
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Join us on a photography day outing to Melukote on Saturday of Aug 25th, 2012. See details – photography in Melukote.
Melukote has an old-world charm, with its ancient temples, traditionally attired priests and Sanskrit Academy staff, the ageing population left behind by the younger generation that has fled to the cities, the slow pace of life and a generally relaxed atmosphere. Pilgrims and religious activities add to this charm, especially around the large Kalyani surrounded by pillared pavillions. Here is a compilation of some photographs made recently during a day-trip.
A girl smiles at the camera, at the small market in front of Cheluvanarayanaswamy Temple.
A man walking past Cheluvanarayanaswamy Temple.
Gang of girls, who shared a short giggly conversation with us at the corridors outside Cheluvanarayanaswamy Temple.
A girl looks back impatiently at her mom, who was shouting at her, telling not to go near the water. At Akka-Thangi Kola.
A girl stares at the camera at Melukote Kalyani.
Pilgrims on the steps of Melukote Kalyani.
The evening hour on the streets of Melukote.
In conversation with a man, on the streets of Melukote.
On the steps leading to Yoganarasimha Temple.
