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A large black cylindrical linga stands centrally, adorned with a silver horizontal band across its middle bearing a circular silver disc and decorated gold-and-red garland borders at its base. On the left, a figure in orange robes stands on a metal scaffold platform beside brass pots and vessels, apparently engaged in ritual preparation for an abhishekam. Behind the linga, an unfinished concrete building with exposed rebar and bamboo scaffolding rises against an overcast sky, with a worker visible on the upper structure.

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October 22 20142014-10-22October 22 20142014-10-22 +2 copiesA large grey stone lingam is being bathed by a continuous stream of liquid running down its tall cylindrical body, a ritual abhishekam. A silver-coloured band with engraved patterns and a round silver disc sits across its middle, and a decorated base of gold-toned discs and red, pink and green beaded cloth sits at its foot. On the left, a person in orange robes stands on a metal scaffolding platform beside a brass vessel, apparently pouring the offering. Behind, an unfinished concrete building with exposed rebar and bamboo scaffolding rises against a grey sky.2010-10-22 +1 copiesA large black Shiva linga stands on a red-tiled platform, dressed with a garland of yellow, orange, purple and white flowers and scattered petals. Three silver-ornate bands and a white stone mark the front face of the linga, with a small orange tilak mark above. Gold-embroidered cloth pieces hang at its base. Behind it, a bald priest in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala holds a bell and a small vessel beside a metal railing. Another person in white stands at the left edge. A grey brick building with windows stands in the background.2010-10-22 +1 copiesA large black polished lingam stands on a black circular yoni-peetha base, decorated with three silver bands and three gold-and-jewelled ornamental cloths with red and green trim hanging at its base. On the left, a priest in white dhoti and upper cloth leans over a metal staircase railing holding a vessel, while a second figure in an orange-saffron robe stands at the top of the staircase with hands joined in namaskar. The orange-robed figure has a shaved head and is not clearly identifiable from appearance. Behind them are unfinished concrete buildings with exposed rebar and bamboo scaffolding under an overcast sky.2010-10-22 +1 copiesOctober 22 20142014-10-22 +2 copiesA photograph of a large grey-white Shiva linga being bathed with milk or abhishekam liquid running down its sides. A raised metal staircase with platform on the left holds two men: one in a white dhoti and shawl holding a brass vessel, and another in an orange-saffron robe pouring from a brass pot. Brass pots sit on the steps. In front of the linga, three decorated golden-beaded cushions with marigold garlands are set on a black base. Behind, a concrete building under construction with exposed rebar and scaffolding is visible under an overcast sky.2010-10-22 +1 copiesA photograph of a large black linga being bathed with water during an abhishekam. Two men in white dhotis stand on a metal staircase and platform beside the linga, holding brass kalasha pots, and a third man stands at the top wearing a saffron-orange robe and a rudraksha mala. The linga has three horizontal silver bands with a white stone face, and three gold-and-silver ornamental shields draped with garlands sit at its base. Behind is an unfinished concrete building with exposed rebar and bamboo scaffolding.2010-10-22 +1 copiesA large dark green Shivling stands on a black yoni pedestal, decorated with three gold-and-silver bands and a white ornament on its face, with gold yellow liquid running down its surface during abhishekam. A man in a saffron-orange robe with a rudraksha mala leans over the top of the lingam, pouring from a white cup. On a metal platform to the left, several men in white dhotis and shawls stand around brass pots and offerings. Behind them is an unfinished concrete building with exposed rebar and scaffolding under an overcast sky, and red stadium seating fills the lower foreground.2010-10-22 +1 copiesA large black stone Shivalinga on a black yoni-peetha base is being bathed with milk-like liquid that streams down its surface during a linga abhishekam. Gold-coloured decorative pieces with red and green trim are draped on the front of the linga. On a metal staircase and platform to the left, several men in white dhotis and white shirts hold brass pots and vessels, while a man in a saffron-orange robe stands at the top right pouring liquid from a golden vessel onto the linga. Behind is a half-built concrete structure with exposed rebar and rows of red-cushioned seats in the foreground. Overcast sky.2010-10-22 +1 copiesJuly 08 20132013-07-08 +1 copiesOctober 22 20142014-10-22 +1 copies