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A photograph of an evening procession on a dirt road between blue-draped tent pavilions. At the centre a decorated palanquin or ratha with a golden canopy and garlands carries a deity murti, pulled and accompanied by many devotees in white dhotis and white kurtas, with some in yellow sashes. A figure in orange robes walks near the front. Umbrellas with colourful fringes shade the procession, and a white van and onlookers line the route. The crowd is large and dense.

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Aerial photograph of an evening procession on a dirt road, with a large crowd of devotees dressed mostly in white dhotis and saris, many carrying colourful umbrellas. At the centre, a decorated ratha or palanquin with floral garlands and a golden canopy is carried forward, accompanied by drummers in white. A single figure in saffron/orange robes walks in front of the group. Blue and white tented pavilions line the right side, a white truck is on the road at left, and a fence of bamboo poles runs along the top edge.2010-02-12A large outdoor procession on a dusty ground, seen from an elevated angle. Crowds of people in predominantly white clothes walk around a decorated palanquin or ratha with a gold and red canopy and ornate golden top, carried forward by a group of men in white dhotis and white shirts. Several people in saffron-orange garments walk among them, and a drummer beats a drum at the front. Blue and white tented shelters with scalloped edges line the path on the right, and a white van drives at the upper left. Bare branches frame the lower foreground. The crowd is dense and extends beyond the frame.2010-02-12A large outdoor procession of many people dressed in white moves across sandy ground past blue tarpaulin-roofed stalls and bamboo poles. At the centre, a decorated palanquin or float with a yellow canopy, garlands and gold ornaments is carried forward. Men in white shirts and dhotis, and women in white saris, walk alongside; several figures in orange or saffron robes walk near the float. Drummers carry drums, and colourful decorated umbrellas and banners flank the procession. Trees and bushes frame the lower foreground. No one can be clearly identified as a person from appearance; the figures visible are a crowd of devotees and attendants.2010-02-12Outdoor procession on a dusty dirt road under a hazy sky, with a large crowd of devotees walking behind an ornate decorated chariot. The chariot, or ratha, is topped by an orange canopy with gold and yellow drapery and flower garlands, with a small figure visible inside. Many participants wear white dhotis and shirts, while women wear saris in yellow, pink and green. Several men at the front carry ceremonial golden fans and a tall golden staff, and one man in orange robes walks near the left edge. Some people hold their hands in anjali mudra, and others carry cloth bags. A camera operator films from the right, and a tour bus and loudspeakers stand in the background among trees and buildings. The crowd numbers well over twenty people.2009-12-27Aerial view of a large outdoor procession moving along a dirt path between white tent structures and banana plants. Hundreds of devotees wearing white dhotis and white clothes walk in dense crowds, many carrying orange and saffron flags. At the upper left, an ornate golden palanquin or chariot with a yellow umbrella is carried through the crowd, with figures in orange and saffron robes near it. Bamboo scaffolding lies in the foreground beside a tree, and a large tent with blue and white patterned drapes stands to the right.2010-01-01Aerial view of a large outdoor procession moving along a dirt road beside white tented pavilions and palm-leaf decorations. At upper left, an ornate golden palanquin or ratha with a canopy and a flat umbrella-like parasol is carried through the crowd. Dozens of people wear white clothing, with some in saffron and orange robes; several hold saffron-orange flags on poles. Devotees and drummers move in the procession, and a green-roofed building stands at the top right. Many people are visible, though most are at a distance.2010-01-01Outdoor photograph of a large evening procession on a dirt road in warm, hazy late-afternoon light. At the centre, a decorated ratha/chariot with a golden canopy, garlands and a deity murti moves forward, pulled by devotees. Many participants wear white dhotis and sarees with yellow shawls or stoles, while others wear orange and saffron clothing. Some men in white shirts walk with their hands folded in anjali, and women carry small flags and banners on poles. Tents, parked buses and a temple-style building with tiled roofs stand in the background. Crowd is large, filling the frame.2010-02-12A large outdoor procession moves along a dirt road under a pale evening sky. At the centre, a decorated chariot (ratha) draped with garlands and colourful flower ornaments carries a deity murti under a tall canopy, with an orange cloth banner rising above it. Devotees in white shirts, white dhotis and white saris, some with yellow borders, walk in rows, many holding a long rope or pole with both hands to pull the chariot forward. A large colourful decorated umbrella with blue, orange and yellow panels is held aloft on the left. Palm trees and low buildings stand in the background, and a black speaker stands near the chariot. Several people in the crowd are white-robed with shaved heads, while others wear saffron and orange garments.2010-02-12December 27 20092009-12-27Elevated view of an evening procession on a dirt road lined with bamboo and woven palm fencing. At the centre, a decorated golden palanquin-style chariot with a white canopy umbrella, flower and tassel decorations and gold finials is carried forward, with a seated figure in orange and red clothing at its centre. Large crowds of people in white and pastel clothes, including women in saris and men in white dhotis and shirts, walk alongside and follow. Several decorated umbrellas and an orange flag are visible. A white-clad attendant stands among the fencing at right, and a large blue-and-white tent structure stands at left.2010-02-12Aerial view of a large procession moving along a dirt path between white tent structures and a corrugated-roof shed, with banana plants and palm fronds decorating the route. At centre, a golden ornate ratha or palanquin carrying a deity murti under a yellow-and-white umbrella is pulled through the crowd. Many people in white dhotis and white kurtas or saris walk alongside, with some in orange and yellow clothing; a few carry orange flags. Bundled rebar and construction material line both sides of the path.2010-01-01A photograph of an outdoor procession on dry, grassy ground. At the centre, a decorated ratha or palanquin with a golden canopy, gold finials and colourful parasols is pulled forward by people. Around it, a large crowd of men and women in white dhotis, white saris and white kurtas walk; several wear orange or red shawls and marigold garlands, and some carry orange and red flags. Drummers in white play drums on the right, and a white SUV follows behind the crowd. Hills and trees lie in the background under a clear sky. No single figure is clearly identifiable as a person.2010-12-22