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A photograph of an evening procession passing through a tall terracotta-coloured gateway at a temple-style compound. At the centre, a decorated palanquin or ratha carrying a deity murti under an ornate gold-and-red canopy is borne forward by a group of men in white dhotis and white shirts, some with yellow shawls. Devotees in white and orange stand along the path, and a few people hold decorated umbrellas, with a banana plant and hills visible in the hazy sky.

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A photograph of a procession passing through a tall red-orange gateway at a dirt-track entrance, with the sky pale blue and hills behind. A decorated palanquin or ratha with a golden canopy and a red-and-gold umbrella-top sits at the centre, garlanded with flowers. Men in white dhotis and shirts with yellow sashes walk around and beside it, some holding its ropes. Women in white sarees with gold borders walk in the foreground, and a few people in dark clothing stand at the left near a metal gate. Several colourful umbrellas are held up over the procession.2010-02-12April 18 20162016-04-18A religious procession moves through a crowd outside a pink temple-style gateway decorated with a framed portrait of a seated saint. In the foreground a gilded palanquin with a large golden umbrella and colourful tassels is carried by men in white dhotis and an orange-robed figure with a red turban. A bald man in an orange shawl sits at the lower left. Red flags flank the gate, and police in khaki caps stand among devotees and onlookers in white and saffron clothing. Clear sky and bare trees complete the scene.2016-04-18Outdoor temple procession on a dusty road in hazy daylight. A richly decorated ratha chariot with an orange fringed canopy and a red parasol sits at centre, draped in garlands and cloth, with banana plants and a sound system behind it. Around it, men in white dhotis and white shirts wear yellow shawls and rudraksha or bead malas, several holding a long rope or pole along the chariot. In the foreground a man in a white outfit with a beaded garland and a bag carries a tall gilded staff, and a woman in a red sari with bangles carries a gold leaf-topped staff.2010-01-01A festival procession on a street lined with a large crowd. A gold-canopied palanquin or ratha with a gold umbrella-shaped canopy and orange-and-green tassel garlands is carried forward. Men in white dhotis with gold necklaces walk beside it, one holding a ceremonial staff, and a man in a red-and-gold turban and orange shawl stands on the carriage. Several people in the foreground wear orange and saffron cloth, and police in khaki caps guard the route. Behind them stands a pink temple-style gateway with a framed painting of a seated sage, and red flags fly along the path.2016-04-18Outdoor procession at a temple-style gate on a dusty path under hazy sunlight. Devotees in white dhotis and yellow shawls with rudraksha malas pull a decorated chariot with a canopy and garlands. Men carry long ceremonial staffs with trident finials and a large golden mace-like staff; a man in front beats a large drum. A woman in a red-orange sari and others in white saris walk in the procession, one holding a red-and-yellow umbrella. Several people are visible, and the chariot holds a deity murti under an orange canopy.2010-01-01A golden ceremonial palanquin with a large gold umbrella and marigold-and-tassel decorations proceeds through a crowd outside a pink temple-style gateway bearing a seated saint's portrait. A man in a red-and-gold turban and gold necklaces stands on the palanquin, while a figure in white dhoti and shawl walks beside it near the carriage. Police officers in khaki caps and white-turbaned devotees line the crowd, many raising phones. Red flags fly from poles and a white banner is visible at right.2016-04-18A photograph of a festival procession on a dirt road lined with banana plants and a low wall. At the centre, a decorated ratha or palanquin with an orange canopy and colourful draped ornaments is carried forward. Men in white dhotis and white shirts walk beside it, several wearing yellow or saffron shoulder cloths and lanyards. On the right, a woman in a maroon sari and red-beaded necklace stands near women in white saris holding gold ceremonial staffs and a gold kalasha-like finial. Spectators line both sides of the road. Numerous people are visible, with a crowd of many dozens behind the procession.2010-01-01December 23 20092009-12-23A photograph of an outdoor evening procession on a dirt ground under a clear blue sky. A decorated cart or ratha carries an ornate deity murti draped in garlands, with a gold and orange canopy, golden peacock-style finials, pink and green tassels, and a kalasha-like gold top. Men in white dhotis and white shirts, several with yellow shawls and rudraksha malas, pull or walk alongside a long red-and-white rope. In the right foreground two people in orange and saffron robes walk, one holding a phone. Devotees in white and saffron stand along the route, and a person holds a round ornamental fan at the far right.2010-02-12Outdoor procession on a dirt path with banana plants and a low wall behind. At centre, a decorated chariot or palanquin with an orange canopy, garlands and coloured cloth moves forward. Men in white dhotis and shirts walk beside it, one man in a white shirt and a rudraksha mala holds his hands together in prayer. A woman in a white sari with a red-bordered blouse and a young child in a dark outfit stand nearby. On the right, a tall golden trident and a large gold ceremonial shield or ornament are carried upright, while a person in maroon robes stands in the foreground. Many devotees in white and saffron crowd the path, and a young man in a white shirt holds a camera.2010-01-01A procession leaves an orange gateway at an ashram, with a small orange-domed guard booth on the left. Several men and women in white dress carry ornate decorated umbrellas and staffs in red, gold and blue patterns, and a devotee in a yellow shawl leads the group. A man in white holds an orange flag, and two men on the rooftop in white watch. Onlookers, including children, stand at the right side of the road, and a decorated vehicle with umbrellas appears behind the marchers.2010-07-24