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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.

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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.2010-02-12July 26 20102010-07-26Night photo of an illuminated floating platform on dark water in front of a large black Shivling with a silver face and flowing water, beside a spouting fountain and a metal staircase. A seated figure in orange robes sits on a red-and-gold throne-like seat decorated with white and purple garlands, with lamps on either side. Several people in white clothes, one wearing orange, are partly submerged in the water around the platform, touching or supporting it. Beyond the platform is a brick wall with a small flag-topped structure above.2011-03-03Night 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 night photograph of a floating platform in a water pool, lit by white lights and decorated with marigold garlands. A seated figure in orange robes sits on an ornate gilded throne with red cushions beneath an orange-and-multicolour canopy. Four men in white dhotis stand waist-deep in the water around the platform, one in orange cloth, holding and steadying it. Behind is a black Shivalinga-like structure with water streaming down it and a metal framework. a person cues are not clearly established, so the seated figure is described by role only.2011-03-03A night photograph of a floating raft in a lit water tank before a large black Shivalinga with a silver band and a fountain spraying water behind it. A seated figure in orange robes sits on a red throne-like seat on the decorated raft, which is strung with yellow, pink and green marigold garlands and a multicoloured cloth canopy. Four men in white and orange garments stand waist-deep in the water, holding and pushing the raft. Metal staircases and tiered stone seating line the background.2011-03-03March 03 20112011-03-03 +2 copiesNight 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.2010-02-12Night photo of a floral-decorated raft-like palanquin floating on a temple tank, carrying a seated figure in orange and saffron robes on a red cushioned seat. Garlands of yellow and orange marigolds and green palm fronds decorate the platform. Devotees in white clothing stand waist-deep in the water, many with hands pressed to the raft. Behind them a large black Shiva lingam stands with garlands and a water spout, and a crowd of white-clad people stands along the tank steps. Water sprays from fountains in the background.2010-01-03Night photo of a decorated raft-like platform floating on dark water beside a black stone Shivalinga with water spraying from it. A person in orange robes sits on an ornate red-and-gold throne draped with colourful garlands and a small canopy. Two men in orange robes and two boys in white stand in the water beside the platform, one holding a hand toward it. Lights line the platform and offerings sit at its base.2011-03-03December 30 20102010-12-30Night photograph of a large black lingam (Shivalinga) with water cascading over it at a temple tank. Beside it, a gold-and-glass palanquin or raised shrine adorned with marigold and white flower garlands and a small canopy sits in shallow water. A person in saffron/orange robes sits on a red-cushioned seat on the platform, with a second figure in orange standing near the base. Several people in white dhotis and white shirts stand waist-deep in the water, helping with the platform, and others are visible along the tank steps. Strings of lights and a bright floodlight illuminate the scene.2010-12-30