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Night photo of a floating platform on water in front of a large black linga with silver-banded top and flower garlands. A seated figure in orange robes with long hair and a red-and-white garland sits on a gold and red throne decorated with marigold and multicoloured flower garlands. Attendants in orange clothing stand beside the throne, one holding a tray. Around the platform, about a dozen people in white clothes stand chest-deep in the water, some with hands raised in prayer, one in orange and white. A man in white stands on the stone steps at right, and rows of oil lamps line the tiered steps.

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Night procession on water at a temple tank. A figure seated on an ornate gold throne (peetha) atop a raft-like platform draped in orange cloth is garlanded with bands of marigold and white flowers. Around the throne, several people in saffron/orange robes sit; one holds a ceremonial item. Below, about a dozen devotees in white clothes with orange sashes stand waist-deep in the water pushing or steadying the raft. Behind, a large illuminated shivalinga stands with floral decorations and a silver band near the water's edge, with spectators and lamps on the steps and far bank in the dark.2010-02-12Night photo of a floating ceremonial platform on a dark temple tank, decorated with garlands of marigolds and green leaves. A figure in orange robes and a rudraksha-style necklace sits on a golden throne-like seat at the centre, with two other people in orange garments beside them. Men in white clothes and orange sashes wade in the water pushing the raft, and a man in white stands on the steps at right. Other people in white line the stone steps and far bank. A decorated pillar with floral festoons stands at left and small offerings float on the water.2010-02-12A night photograph of a floral-decorated golden throne platform set in water, with a central seated figure in saffron-orange robes and a red-and-white garland, flanked by attendants in orange and saffron clothing. Two attendants on the left and right wear orange robes and gold necklaces; one kneels holding a metal bowl. Around the platform, about a dozen people stand waist-deep in water wearing white clothes and yellow sashes, some reaching toward the platform. Marigold and red flower garlands drape the platform backdrop, and small lights and a crowd in white stand on the steps behind. The seated central figure's appearance does not clearly match the a person cues, so the identity is uncertain.2010-02-12July 26 20102010-07-26A night ceremony at an outdoor water tank with a raised platform decorated with flower garlands in yellow, red, purple and white. A central figure in an orange robe, with long dark hair and a white garland, sits on a gold ornate throne-like seat with an arched backdrop, smiling and gesturing with raised hands. A woman in orange attire with a garland sits to the right holding a tray, and a man in orange sits to the left. Around the platform, several people in white clothes with yellow and orange sashes stand waist-deep in the water, some holding small items. Spectators in white fill the seating area behind, and lit lamps line the edges of the tank.2010-02-12Night photo of a floating golden platform on dark water, decorated with garlands of marigolds and white flowers. A central figure in orange robes and a rudraksha mala sits on an ornate golden throne-like seat with a red cushion, raising one hand, while two attendants in orange sit on the platform beside him. White-clad devotees wearing yellow sashes stand waist-deep in the water pushing or steadying the platform. A dark stone shivalinga-shaped structure with silver bands and illuminated lamps stands on the shore behind, with a lit staircase at right. Swamiji (probable): the seated central figure wears orange robes and a rudraksha mala, with long dark hair swept back, consistent with the page's reference to Swamiji at this event.2010-02-12A night photograph of an outdoor water-filled amphitheatre with tiered red seating in the background. A richly decorated golden throne with a red cushion sits on a raised platform floating in the water, draped in red cloth and hung with marigold and multicoloured garland strands. A figure in an orange saffron robe sits on the throne with arms folded, a striped ceremonial canopy above. Three men stand chest-deep in the water around the platform: one in white on the left, one in white in the centre, and one in orange on the right, all tending the platform. Brass vessels, flowers and small offerings rest on the platform, with white lights glowing at the sides.2011-03-03 +2 copiesNight photograph of a decorated floating platform on dark water beside a large black Shivalinga with water spraying from it. A figure in orange robes sits on a golden throne under a multicoloured canopy, with the platform draped in pink cloth and garlanded with yellow, white and orange flower strands. Several men stand waist-deep in the water pushing or steadying the raft: one in an orange robe with a shaved head, others in white shirts and white dhotis, one in an orange shirt. Lights glow along the platform edge and a stepped red wall rises behind.2011-03-03A photograph of a floral-decorated golden throne on an orange-draped dais in an indoor hall with rows of empty red seats behind. A seated figure in orange robes and a white garland sits centrally on the ornate golden chair with a golden halo-like arch, flanked by two attendants in orange robes with gold necklaces, one holding a tray. Garlands of marigolds and white flowers in orange, yellow and purple hang around the throne. In the foreground, several people in white clothes and yellow sashes kneel in shallow water before the dais, some holding small vessels, and one reaches out. A standing attendant in white stands at the right beside a railing, and a round orange fan-like object appears at the right edge.2010-02-12Night photograph of a sarvadarshan paadapooja at a temple tank. A seated figure in orange robes and a white garland sits on a red throne decorated with marigolds, orange and pink flowers, and white floral arches. The figure appears to be the honoured guest, but appearance cues are insufficient for identification. Around the throne, devotees wearing white clothes stand waist-deep in dark water, some with yellow sashes and folded hands. A white-clad priest stands on the left bank, and black linga-shaped shrines line the red stone wall behind. Lamps illuminate the scene.2010-01-03A photograph of a seated figure on a golden throne (peetha) at the center of a tiered stage lined with flower garlands in yellow, purple, white and orange. The seated figure wears an orange robe, a white flower garland and a rudraksha mala, with long dark hair, and is smiling. Around the throne, several men in orange robes and orange shawls stand or kneel. In front, a group of people in white ritual clothes with orange sashes stand waist-deep in water, apparently a sacred water ceremony at dusk. Strings of small lamps line the tiered seating in the background.2010-02-12A night ritual at a water tank with red-brick steps lined with empty seats. A central figure sits on an ornate gold throne decorated with garlands of marigolds, white jasmine and purple and yellow flowers, wearing an orange robe and a red-and-white garland. Two attendants in saffron-orange robes and rudraksha beads flank the throne. Around it, about a dozen devotees in white clothes with yellow and red sashes stand waist-deep in the water, holding vessels and a small offering. Someone on the steps holds a large orange-and-gold fan.2010-02-12