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A large black Shivalinga stands in a shallow pool of water at an outdoor ashram courtyard, its base wrapped in garlands of red and orange flowers and a ring of white flower chains. Two men in white dhotis wade in the water beside the lingam, one lifting his arm near its base. On the right, a staircase leads up to a platform where several people in white and in orange robes stand near the top of the lingam, with water spraying from pipes at the sides. Behind, tiered red steps are packed with hundreds of people dressed in white, many with raised hands, under palm trees and a clear sky. A purple balloon or umbrella floats at the upper left. The scene is an abhishekam ceremony.

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A large black Shivalinga stands in a water-filled tank at an outdoor ceremony, decorated with a wreath of white flowers and a ring of red and orange blossoms at its base. Several saffron-robed sannyasis stand on a metal staircase beside the lingam, one wearing an orange robe near the top, while others in white ritual clothes climb or stand at the steps. Crowds of people in white dress fill the red-tiered stone steps and bank on both sides, with palm trees and a tall lamp post behind. The scene appears to be an abhishekam at a sacred water tank. The photo is watermarked at the lower right, which is omitted here.2010-07-25Outdoor ritual at a large black stone Shivalinga rising from a stepped water tank, dressed with flower garlands and a bed of red, orange and pink flowers at its base. Water sprays from the lingam and falls around it. Two men in white clothes stand waist-deep in the water at the base, one pouring or tending the lingam. 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The scene reflects a holy dip in the sacred waters of Vaidya Sarovar.2010-01-02 +1 copiesLarge black stone Shiva lingam stands on a raised platform in a lake, with water streaming from its top and sides. The lingam is decorated with orange and yellow marigold garlands around its base and shaft. Many people in white clothes wade and bathe in the water around the platform, with some facing the lingam. Red tiered steps on the shore are crowded with more people in white and colourful dress. A decorated float with flower garlands sits at the left edge, and trees and buildings lie behind the shore.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA large black Shiva lingam stands in the centre of a water tank, with a dark yoni-shaped base ringed by orange and yellow marigold garlands. Fountain jets spray water around it. Crowds of people, mostly in white clothing, wade and bathe in the water around the lingam, while steps lined with red seats rise behind it and a few onlookers stand at the top. 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