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Outdoor abhishekam at a large black Shiva lingam with a white-streaked top, draped with a multicolored flower garland. Several saffron-robed priests stand on a metal scaffold beside it, one pouring liquid from a pot while others hold palms together in prayer. Red-brick stepped terraces and a chain-link fence form the backdrop, with red-roofed buildings behind.

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November 04 20132013-11-04A large black stone Shiva lingam stands on a dark circular yoni peetha base, draped with a multicoloured garland of red, yellow, green and white flowers and scattered petals. Behind it, on a red-brick stepped amphitheatre with metal railings, several saffron-robed sannyasis stand on a raised platform wearing red and orange garlands, while more saffron-clad figures sit along the steps at the right. A white-clad figure stands near the steps, and a red-and-white floral garland runs along the handrails. Orange bunting and red tents decorate the background.2013-07-01A large black stone Shivalingam stands on a tiered black yoni-pitha base in an outdoor temple courtyard, with a multicoloured flower garland draped over its top and water flowing down its surface. Several priests in orange and saffron robes stand on a metal staircase and platform beside it, some holding ritual items and one pouring from a vessel, while more orange-robed attendants stand along red brick steps lined with small lamps. Trees, palms and a red-roofed building form the background under a pale sky.2013-11-04June 04 20132013-06-04A large black polished Shiva lingam stands on a circular black platform, draped with a multicoloured garland of yellow, white, red and green flowers. Several priests in orange-saffron dhoti and shawl stand on a metal staircase and railing behind it, holding white bowls and offerings; one priest near the centre wears a rudraksha mala and gold necklace. Rows of small black lingams line the red-tiered wall on the right, and an orange building sits in the background. The lingam is decorated with silver-toned bands and the platform holds water. Visible priests number about six.2013-06-10 +1 copiesJune 05 20132013-06-05Outdoor photograph of a very large tall cylindrical Shiva lingam, its polished surface dark blue-grey, encircled by an oval garland frame of marigolds and multicoloured flowers in orange, yellow, white, purple and green, with a striped cloth band wrapped around its base. Behind it, four shaven-headed men in saffron-orange robes stand on a raised platform, one pouring liquid from a vessel while others look on. Red brick building and tiered terraces of potted plants form the background, with string lights above. A woman in white sari stands at right edge.2015-02-17 +1 copiesA large grey Shivalinga stands in the foreground, draped with a garland of marigolds and multicoloured flowers in red, yellow, white and purple, with silver ornamental bands at its base. Several saffron-robed priests stand on a metal scaffold platform pouring liquid over the linga from vessels, one holding a pot. Each wears rudraksha malas and has bare, shaved heads. Behind them, women in saffron sarees sit among rows of small black shivalinga-shaped stands in a brick-walled courtyard, with a red building and trees in the background. The scene shows abhishekam, a ritual anointing of the Shivalinga.2013-11-04June 10 20132013-06-10November 04 20132013-11-04Outdoor abhishekam at a large black stone shivalinga on a circular platform. Several priests in saffron and orange dhotis stand on a metal staircase around the linga; one man in the centre wears a red and white garland and rudraksha mala and pours liquid from a vessel over the top. A long multicoloured flower garland in red, white, yellow, purple and green wraps the linga. Behind, seated devotees in white and dark clothing watch from red stone steps, while musicians in orange clothes play a drum and horn-like instruments on the right, with a palm tree and red-roofed buildings beyond the railings.2013-06-03A large black stone Shiva lingam on a circular black pedestal is being bathed with milky white liquid poured down its surface, with a multicolour flower garland draped over its top. Several priests in saffron-orange robes stand on a metal staircase and platform beside it, some pouring liquid and holding vessels. A red-tiered stone amphitheatre and a few white-clad devotees on the left form the background. Liquid runs off the pedestal's spout.2013-06-10