This image displays the Koti Teertha sacred pond in Gokarna, India, viewed across the water toward the eastern bank under a light, hazy sky

This image displays the Koti Teertha sacred pond in Gokarna, India, viewed across the water toward the eastern bank under a light, hazy sky. In the immediate foreground, a weathered reddish-brown concrete barrier or ledge occupies the bottom segment, supporting a silver-colored metal railing composed of three horizontal bars that spans horizontally across the frame. A portion of a matching reddish-brown concrete post is visible at the far right. The midground features a calm body of greenish-grey water, clearly reflecting the buildings, vegetation, and sky from the opposing bank. On the far bank, a series of structures line the water's edge. Immediately bordering the water is a low-rise platform or retaining wall characterized by numerous vertical pillars painted with alternating red and white stripes. Behind this, several smaller buildings with dark, possibly tiled, roofs are visible. Further inland, a cluster of multi-story buildings includes a prominent cream-colored, three-story structure with a red tiled roof and numerous windows. Adjacent and further along the bank are other buildings of varying colors, including yellow, light-colored, and blue, some with indiscernible signage. Dense tropical vegetation, primarily palm trees, forms a lush green backdrop behind and between these structures. The sky, occupying the upper third of the image, is a light, hazy blue-white. A dark grey street light fixture mounted on a pole extends into the upper-left portion of the sky. No individuals, specific actions, or interactions are discernible.