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A photograph of a large crowd gathered in shallow dark water at night around a central figure in a red-orange garment and a red-orange garland, who holds a guitar-like stringed instrument. Many devotees in white and yellow-scarved clothing, some in saffron and red saris, stand waist-deep, arms raised or hands folded. Behind them a dark stone structure with a tiered flower or leaf-patterned decoration and a hanging garland rises above the water, with a small fountain spray.

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Night ceremony in a water tank with a large illuminated linga structure and garlands in the background. A central figure in a red-orange robe with a garland of flowers stands waist-deep in water, arms raised, surrounded by devotees dressed in white, many wearing yellow or orange-yellow shawls. Some participants raise their hands skyward, and a man in a red robe stands to the left. A cameraman with a camera on a tripod is visible at the lower left. Crowd of several dozen people in the water.2010-02-12A photograph of a crowd of devotees standing waist-deep in water at night before an illuminated structure decorated with marigold-style garlands and a red-and-white striped barrier. A central figure in an orange-red robe and a long beaded mala stands in the water, holding a small brass vessel, with a garland draped around his neck; a person beside him wears a matching orange robe. Around them, many participants in white clothes with yellow and orange shawls raise their hands, some with palms pressed together, and women with long braids stand nearby. Lamps and lights glow above the water. a person is the figure in the orange-red robe with the long beaded mala at the centre of the water ritual, identified by a swept-back appearance and a distinctive mala and orange robe.2010-02-12Night photo of a large crowd standing waist-deep in a water tank at a temple-style ritual site. Many devotees raise their arms in devotion. Some wear white clothes with yellow shawls and others wear orange or red garments. A tall decorated structure draped with marigold garlands and flower strings stands at the right edge, and people are lined up on tiered stone steps in the background. Several men in saffron-coloured robes stand among the group near the centre, and the water shows reflected lights. No single individual is clearly identifiable as a person from appearance cues, so the a person field is unsure.2010-02-12A night photograph of a crowd standing waist-deep in water at a temple tank in front of an illuminated structure. A woman in a red sari with gold necklaces stands centrally in the water holding an upright lamp or torch raised overhead. Around her, devotees in white clothes with yellow shawls and orange or red garments raise their arms and hands in devotion. A man in an orange-red garment and a priest-like figure stand nearby. A camera operator on the left films the scene with a handheld camera. Above, a decorated arch of marigold garlands and white-and-red floral ornaments hangs over the water, with a vertical garland strand suspended above.2010-02-12A photograph of a large group standing waist-deep in a water tank during a ritual bathing ceremony, with white-clad devotees wearing yellow shawls and red-and-white striped steps behind them. In the centre, a man in a red shawl and a man in a sleeveless red-orange garment stand in the water near a white garland ring and a silver trident placed on the water's edge. Behind them, a woman in white holds a brass vessel, and a bald man in saffron robes stands at the front right with his back to the camera. Many attendees press their palms together in namaskar. Crowd members wear white, yellow and teal clothing. The setting is a temple tank with a stepped stone platform.2009-07-08A photograph of a pool ritual at dusk where devotees stand waist-deep in dark water beside a stone-edged tank with red and white banding. A central young man, smiling and wet, wears a red shawl and a large white flower garland with a silver trident-like emblem, and is the focus of the scene. Around him, people in white clothes with yellow shawls and orange-red garments stand in the water, some with hands pressed together in prayer or extended toward him. A woman in the center with blonde hair wears a light patterned top and presses her palms together. Scattered petals float on the water. Several people are on the pool edge in white and dark clothing, and the scene shows a group water ceremony.2009-07-08Night photo of a large crowd gathered in and around a stepped water tank lit by strings of lights. In the water, a group of devotees in white and yellow-trimmed white garments stand waist-deep, and a woman in an orange-red sari stands centre, arms raised. Behind her, a figure in red-orange robes with a red-and-orange garland stands in the water. Many people on the steps and in the water raise their hands in devotion. At left, a cameraman films the scene. Garlands of flowers decorate the edge at right. The crowd is dense and visible across the frame, so the count is well above twenty.2010-02-12A photograph of a crowded outdoor water ritual in a tank with a white-and-red tiled edge. In the centre, a man wearing a red garment and a white and pink flower garland stands waist-deep in water, holding a silver ceremonial staff or metal implement while smiling. Around him, many people stand in the water wearing white clothes with yellow shawls or sashes, along with red and orange garments, some with hands pressed together in greeting. Women in saris and salwar kameez are among them, and a few onlookers stand at the pool edge. Petals float on the water and a dark wall with a small emblem appears at the top.2009-07-08A large crowd stands waist-deep in dark water beside a red brick wall in a night-time ritual bathing scene. Many participants wear white clothes with yellow shawls or sashes, and several are dressed in orange-red robes with rudraksha or bead malas. A woman in an orange-red garment and multi-strand beaded necklace stands near the centre, and a man in orange-red with a long beard and mala stands to the left. Some people raise hands, and a metal vessel is visible in the water near the centre. The scene suggests a sacred river or tank bathing event with participants gathered closely together.2010-02-12Photograph of a large crowd standing waist-deep in a water tank during a temple ritual. Many devotees wear white wet clothes with yellow shawls or wraps. In the centre a bald man in an orange-red robe and beaded necklace stands in the water near a red-clad man holding flower garlands. A woman in a white dress with red floral print stands on the upper steps holding a trident-shaped staff, and a woman in a teal top stands nearby with hands pressed together. Behind them a decorated boat-like structure with garlands. The scene suggests a sacred water ritual with devotees bathing and gathering in prayer.2009-07-08July 08 20092009-07-08A photograph of a large crowd standing waist-deep in water at night, many people in white and yellow garments and orange saris, some with arms raised. Near the centre, a person in an orange garment with a beaded garland stands among the group, with several people in white and yellow around him. Women with hair in braids and buns wear white, orange and yellow clothing. Floating flower petals dot the water, and a red and white border runs along the pool's edge in the background. Devotees appear to be bathing together in a ceremonial tank.2010-02-12