Maa Sarala Temple, Jhankad: Goddess of Power and Learning

Maa Sarala Temple, Jhankad

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Durga and Saraswati in One

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Bel and Tulasi Together

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Carved by Parashurama

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Blessing of Sarala Das

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A Shrine in the Water

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Jhamu Jatra & Durga Puja

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Getting to Jhankad

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