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A large black stone Shiva lingam rises from a circular black yoni-shaped pedestal wrapped with garlands of orange, yellow and red marigolds, standing in a red-tiered sunken pool of water. Dozens of devotees in white and white-and-yellow clothing wade through the water, many holding brass kalasha pots and small brass vessels aloft, some raising hands in prayer. Water spouts from the lingam's base into the pool, and two men in white stand on the upper steps with hands joined. The scene depicts a holy dip ritual in the sacred waters of Vaidya Sarovar, with a crowd of several dozen participants.

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January 02 20102010-01-02January 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesDevotees in white clothes wade and bathe in the waters of a sarovar around a large black linga set on a tiered yoni-pitha base, decorated with orange and marigold garlands. Many people, some in red and yellow saris and salwar, stand in the water with offerings, while others stand on the tiered red steps and a stone platform in the background. Spray from water jets rises beside the linga under a pale sky with trees and palms beyond the wall.2010-01-02 +1 copiesJanuary 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesCrowded holy dip at a large black stone kalasha-shaped fountain basin decorated with orange and yellow marigold garlands. Dozens of people in white ritual clothes stand waist-deep in water, many holding brass or copper kalasha pots and silver plates. A central group in orange and red garments with garlands and red shawls stands near a golden trishul hung at the basin's edge. Water spouts from the tiered orange-brick steps behind, and several onlookers in white line the terrace above. Many people are visible throughout the water, including partially visible figures at the edges.2010-01-02 +1 copiesPhotograph of a large black stone Shiva lingam set on a tiered base, garlanded with orange, yellow and red flower chains, rising from a pool. Dozens of devotees in white clothes stand waist-deep in the water around it, some with raised hands and some pouring water, during a holy dip at the sacred waters of Vaidya Sarovar. On the right, a priest in white and a sannyasi-like figure in orange stand on a raised platform decorated with flowers and a trident. Behind is a tiered red stone seating area with a few people standing at the top under a clear sky.2010-01-02 +1 copiesJanuary 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesJanuary 02 20102010-01-02 +1 copiesA large black stone Shiva lingam rises from a round yoni-shaped base wrapped in marigold and orange garlands, beside a tiled water tank. Dozens of devotees in white clothes and some in colourful saris stand and bathe waist-deep in the water, many with hands raised. Several men in white shirts and dhotis stand on the right, and a decorated palanquin with flower garlands and a red-and-white canopy sits at the water's edge. Tiered red steps and palm trees line the background, with a few onlookers on a wall. A holy dip at a sacred temple tank is shown.2010-01-02 +1 copiesDevotees bathe in the waters of a large sacred tank beside a tall black Shiva lingam set on a dark yoni-pitha base decorated with orange and yellow marigold garlands. Many people in white clothes stand waist-deep in the water, some with hands raised and some touching the lingam area. Water sprays from fountains beside the structure. A decorated red-and-gold palanquin with flower garlands stands near the edge of the tank, and a few people in white stand on the red stepped embankment under a pale evening sky. Palm trees and a streetlight appear in the background.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA large crowd bathes in a stepped stone tank at a sacred water site. In the centre, a man in red and white robes stands waist-deep beside a tall black stone kalasha-shaped structure decorated with marigold garlands, and a golden trident rises at the right edge. Many people in white clothes wade and hold up small brass pots or conch-shaped vessels, some women wear red and yellow saris and orange-gold necklaces, and others sit on the steps or stand at the edge. Water sprays from fountains on the tiered red walls. The scene suggests a holy dip ritual.2010-01-02 +1 copiesA large crowd of devotees, mostly in white clothes, stands waist-deep in a water tank beside a massive black Shiva lingam with garlands of orange and yellow marigolds wrapped around its base and shaft. Many people raise their arms and hands in devotion. On the right, a decorated palanquin draped in red and garlanded with flowers carries a seated figure in red robes, and attendants in white stand nearby. Red-tiered stone steps rise behind the water, with a few white-clad people standing on them and a fountain spray near the lingam. The scene depicts a holy dip at the sacred waters of Vaidya Sarovar.2010-01-02 +1 copies