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Marigold flowers or yellow samanthi are famous during dasshera and Ganesh Pooja festivals. These are also widely used in the worship of Lord Hanuman during Tuesdays and Thursdays in households. . Besides these are also popular as offerings in temples and homes for worship of deities and during festive seasons. #flowers #temple #flowermarket
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