
Indian Pond Heron camouflaged among reeds and muddy banks
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An Indian Pond Heron (Ardeola grayii) standing motionless among dry reeds, muddy shoreline, and decaying wetland vegetation.
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Jain pilgrims shower milk, flower petals on the huge statue of Bahubali during Mahamastakabhisheka at Shravanabelagola, Karnataka. Located in the Hassan district of the state Karnataka, Shravanabelagola is famous worldwide for its splendid Jain Temples. The statue of the Saint Gommateshvara Bahubali in the city is one of the most significant pilgrimage places for Jains and attracts pilgrims from all over the world. There are many antique monuments in and around Shravanabelagola and are of a typical brilliance and expertise executed by the Gangas and Hoysalas. The two renowned monuments situated in the city are Vindhyagiri and Chandragiri. Shravanabelagola travel guide is full of references to the spiritual gateways. The city has also been named as the "White Pond of the Shravana" as Belago
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