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Large black stone Shivalingam in a pool, draped with orange, yellow and marigold garlands, with water pouring from its base into the water. A decorated flower-covered float (ratha) with a seated figure in orange-saffron robes sits in the water at centre, surrounded by garlands and a golden parasol-style canopy. Dense crowds of devotees stand waist-deep in the pool, many in white and yellow clothing, some raising offerings. Spectators in white clothes line red tiered steps and watch from the background, under a clear sky with a tree behind the stands.

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January 02 20102010-01-02January 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesA large black stone Shivalinga rises from a water tank, decorated with marigold and yellow flower garlands, with water spraying from its top. A crowd of devotees, many in white clothing, stands waist-deep in the water around the lingam. In the foreground a decorated platform carries a seated figure in an orange robe and red garland on a red-cushioned throne, with an orange-and-blue canopy overhead and flower-draped sides. An attendant in orange sits beside the throne. Tiered red steps with more standing people line the background under a pale sky.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA large black Shiva lingam with a yoni-shaped base, draped in marigold garlands, stands in a red-tiered tank as water sprays down over it. Crowds of devotees wade waist-deep in the water, many in white clothes with yellow scarves. In the right foreground, a richly decorated golden throne sits on an orange-red platform surrounded by flower garlands and a trident. A figure in a red-orange robe sits on the throne wearing a red shawl and garlands, while another person in orange stands beside it, and a devotee in white kneels nearby holding a brass plate. Trees and palms border the tank under a pale sky.2010-01-02 +1 copiesJanuary 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesJanuary 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesLarge black Shiva lingam with a flower garland stands in a stepped pool surrounded by red-tiered seating, water jets spraying around it. In the foreground, a decorated orange-and-gold palanquin with marigold and rose garlands carries a seated figure in an orange robe and garlands, with a red-robed attendant beside. A trident stands on the palanquin. Crowds of people in white and yellow clothing stand waist-deep in the water, some holding brass plates. Palm trees and a pale sky appear behind.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA large outdoor photograph of a devotional bathing event at a stepped pool. A tall black Shiva lingam stands on a black yoni-pedestal wrapped in orange and yellow marigold garlands, with water jets spraying from its top. On the right, a richly decorated golden throne with red cushions and flower garlands sits on an orange-draped platform in the water. A seated figure in saffron-orange robes with long dark hair and a red-and-white garland is on the throne, with another person in orange standing beside it. A trident is propped near the platform. Crowds of devotees stand waist-deep in the water in white clothes and yellow shawls, many holding up brass or steel vessels, with a brass plate of offerings near the platform. Red-tiered steps and palm trees form the background.2010-01-02 +1 copiesLarge crowd of devotees wading in a reddish-stone sacred pool at Vaidya Sarovar, many in white ritual clothes, some in orange and red. A tall black Shiva lingam rises from a black yoni-shaped pedestal wrapped in orange and yellow marigold garlands, with water streaming down its sides. On the right, a figure in an orange robe and a long-haired seated figure in orange and white sit on a decorated red throne-seat with garlands on a raised platform in the water. A trident stands upright in the foreground. Red-tiled steps and palm trees form the background, with a few people standing on the steps and wall.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA large black stone Shiva lingam rises from a water tank, with water streaming from its base and spouts. In the foreground a floral-decorated raft carries a seated figure on a red and gold throne, wearing saffron-orange robes, surrounded by garlands of marigolds in yellow and orange. Crowds of devotees wade waist-deep in the water, many in white clothes, some with saffron garments and bare shoulders. Tiered red steps behind the tank hold more people in white, and a tree and open sky frame the scene.2010-01-02 +1 copiesJanuary 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesOutdoor photo of a large black Shiva lingam with a horizontal white band and a central mark, draped with bands of yellow and orange marigold garlands, standing in a pool with water jets spraying around it. A decorated flower-covered platform in the foreground holds a seated figure in saffron and orange robes with a red sash, flanked by a ceremonial staff and floral arrangements. Crowds stand and bathe in the water and wade along the stepped stone ghats, many wearing white, while others gather on tiered steps. Concrete multi-storey buildings with flagpoles rise behind the scene under a pale sky.2010-01-02 +1 copies