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A large dark grey Shiva lingam stands on a black base decorated with bands of marigold and flower garlands in orange, yellow, white, purple and green, with a flower arch over the top. Several saffron-robed monks stand on a steel staircase and platform at left, some pouring liquid over the lingam from vessels. More robed figures sit on red brick steps at right, and a red multi-storey building stands behind. The scene is an abhishekam ritual at an outdoor temple setting.

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November 06 20132013-11-06A large dark grey Shiva lingam stands on a tiered base wrapped in multicoloured marigold garlands, arched by a floral garland, at an outdoor temple space. Several saffron-robed monks stand on a metal staircase and platform beside it, some pouring liquid or offerings onto the lingam, while other monks in orange robes sit on red stone steps below. A red multi-storey building and construction blocks are in the background under a pale sky.2013-11-06June 10 20132013-06-10 +1 copiesJuly 08 20132013-07-08November 06 20132013-11-06A large dark blue-grey Shivalinga stands on a black base, wrapped in a garland of red, yellow, white and purple flowers, with three horizontal white stripes of vibhuti or sacred ash marked on its face. Around it on a raised white metal platform and stairs, several saffron-robed priests in orange and maroon dhotis and shawls, many wearing rudraksha malas, pour liquid from metal vessels and pots over the linga as part of an abhishekam. A standing priest on the upper level holds a vessel above the linga. Red multi-storey buildings and small pots are in the background.2013-06-17June 17 20132013-06-17A large black stone lingam with a silver three-band yoni-pitha frame, decorated with a multicoloured floral garland arching over it in red, yellow, orange, purple and white. Behind it, a raised metal platform with stairs holds four men in saffron-orange robes: the foremost, with long dark hair and bare shoulders, holds a yellow flower, while others wear rudraksha malas, and one holds a brass puja vessel. Background shows a red multi-storey building, concrete blocks and an overcast sky, with orange-and-yellow bunting along the base.2013-07-08June 17 20132013-06-17July 29 20132013-07-29A large black stone lingam, a Shiva linga, stands on a black circular platform, draped with a garland of marigolds in orange, yellow, white and red. Behind it, several priests in orange-red robes and orange shawls stand on a white metal staircase and platform, one holding a white conch or vessel and others raising ritual objects, performing an abhishekam. Further right, figures in orange sit on tiers of red stepped seating lined with small lamps and potted plants, and a red multi-storey building rises in the background under an overcast sky.2013-06-05Outdoor photograph of a large dark black stone Shivalinga adorned with a multicolored garland of marigolds in yellow, orange, red, white and green wrapped around it in an arch. Several saffron-robed, shaved-headed priests stand on a metal scaffold platform with yellow and red flower garlands along its railing; the nearest priest holds a lit flame over the linga while others stand with palms joined in prayer. Behind them rise a red-orange building and a pale sky. The linga bears horizontal white marks and a silver band. The scene suggests an abhishekam or puja with an aarti flame, with the priests performing ritual worship.2013-07-29