File:Abhideyaka Abhishekam (Gold).jpg

Lord Malayappa swami with his consorts Sridevi and Bhudevi after the Abhideyaka Abhishekam seva at the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple. The lord and his consorts are wearing a Gold kavacham (armour made of Gold). This kavacham is retained on the idols throughout the year.

Source: Tirumala Temple Official Website

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• The image is used to illustrate the ritual and cannot be used for any other purpose.
• The image has been provided for the benefit and better understanding of pilgrims to the temple
• The image resolution has been scaled down to meet Wikipedia's norm for 'fair use' regulation.

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