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Outdoor procession on a dirt path lined with palm trees and greenery. Center, a palanquin-style ratha with an orange canopy, garlands of yellow and multicolour flowers, and a deity murti seated atop it. In front, a bald man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala carries a silver tray of flowers. Around him, saffron-clad sannyasis and white-clad devotees walk, a woman in white with an orange shawl stands at right, and ornate orange-and-red umbrella-like standards with peacock-feather emblems and trident staffs flank the group.

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A religious procession moves along a dirt path lined with coconut palms and thatched huts. At centre, a bald man in saffron-orange robes and a rudraksha mala walks forward, holding a small offering. Behind him, a palanquin-like structure with a golden deity murti is carried under a large orange-and-gold umbrella, and a trident is raised among the marchers. Several men in orange and white dhotis and a woman in white sari with an orange shawl carry ornate multicoloured parasols and banners. Two women in white saris walk on the right. The scene shows a ratha-style festival procession with devotees in white and saffron.2009-12-27A festival procession moves along a tree-lined path past palm fronds. At the centre, a saffron-robed man with a rudraksha mala and a garland of yellow-orange flowers walks behind a decorated palanquin-style float topped by a canopy and a deity murti. Flanking the procession are tall ornate umbrellas in orange and maroon with floral and trident motifs, carried by men in white dhotis and women in white saris. A trident-bearing attendant walks at the left, and a white-clad woman with a red shawl and long light hair walks at right holding an umbrella. The participants are walking in a ritual procession with a decorated ratha.2009-12-27December 27 20092009-12-27Outdoor religious procession on a village path beside palm trees. A ratha-style palanquin decorated with marigold garlands, colourful tassels and a painted deity murti rides at the centre under an orange-and-red canopy. Men in white dhotis and saffron robes walk in front, one carrying a silver tray with flower garlands. A bald, bearded man in saffron robes and a rudraksha mala stands centre-front holding a garlanded tray and a bowl. To the right, a woman in white sari with a red-and-gold border holds a decorated parasol and a long trident-topped pole. Several other saffron-clad and white-clad devotees follow along, with more people behind the palanquin. Ornamental parasols with trident finials and floral embroidery frame the scene.2009-12-27A procession on a dirt path between trees and a red-roofed building. A central figure in saffron-orange robes, bare-footed, with a shaved head, holds a brass vessel-like offering and wears a yellow-and-white flower garland and beaded necklaces. Surrounding him, several people in saffron and orange garments walk alongside, and attendants in white dhotis and white clothing carry tall decorated ceremonial standards with orange and red fringed banners. A multicoloured umbrella with a golden finial and a brass ceremonial staff are visible above the group. A woman in white with an orange shawl walks at the right edge holding a standard.2009-12-27A procession on a dirt path lined with banana plants and palm trees. A central figure in long flowing saffron-orange robes with a matching orange head covering and a gold-bead mala walks with eyes lowered. Beside him, a figure in orange with a red shawl and gold necklace carries a silver tray. Behind them, a bearded man in orange robes walks at the right edge. On the left, men in white dhotis with yellow shawls carry a brass vessel and a golden staff, and two ornate multicolored parasols with tasselled fringes and bird motifs shade the group. A trident-topped staff rises at the right. The setting suggests a ritual walk, possibly toward a sacred water site.2010-01-02A procession on a dirt road walks past banana plants and a low building under a dusky sky. Four ornate, colourful parasols with floral and peacock-motif panels lead the group. Men in white dhotis with yellow shawls carry a brass vessel and a long staff. At centre, a figure in a flowing saffron-orange robe with a rudraksha mala and gold chain walks barefoot. Behind, a bald man in a red-orange cloth with gold necklaces holds a tray, and a bearded man in orange robes walks at right beside a man in white with a rudraksha mala and yellow sash. A woman in white with a headscarf walks among them, and a trident is visible in the background.2010-01-02A procession on a dirt path in front of white thatched-roof buildings, with people carrying ornate umbrellas and fans. The central figure in a saffron orange robe and long orange-and-gold beaded necklace walks forward with long dark hair and a painted forehead mark, appearing to be a person candidate by appearance, marked by long hair, saffron clothing and ceremonial necklace. Around him, saffron-robed men and white-clad devotees carry a decorated palanquin and ceremonial parasols with fringed edges, and a woman in white with an orange shawl holds a fan. A deity murti is visible in the palanquin behind them.2008-12-23An outdoor evening procession on a dirt road lined with palm fronds and green shrubs. At centre, a man in orange robes with a white flower garland and a dark tassel walks at the front, flanked by devotees. Behind him, figures wear orange and saffron cloths, and a man in a white dhoti holds a tall silver staff. Two women in white saris are visible, one carrying a brass plate of offerings. Colourful decorated parasols with tassels and an orange banner with a red emblem are carried overhead, and a brass horn-shaped instrument is visible. Several people in white and yellow dress follow. The centre figure has long dark hair and a dark beard; he wears no crown, turban or rudraksha mala visible enough to confirm identity, so his identity is uncertain.2010-02-12Outdoor festival procession under shade trees. A decorated palanquin-style float carrying a garlanded deity murti with flower garlands in pink, white and green, topped by an ornate canopy and surrounded by offerings. A figure in orange robes stands on the float near a framed portrait. Below, devotees in white and orange clothing carry a red-and-gold ceremonial umbrella and a tall gold staff; one man in white and orange shawl holds a decorative umbrella over the float while women in white saris with yellow shawls walk alongside. A large multicoloured parasol stands above, and a crowd follows along a dirt path.2008-12-23Outdoor religious procession moving along a dirt path beneath palm fronds. A decorated palanquin or ratha is carried at the centre-back, draped with garlands, tassels in red, yellow and green, and crowned with a golden canopy; a small deity murti stands on it. Two large ornate umbrellas with multicoloured panels and tassels shelter the procession. Men in white dhoti and kurta carry long gold-topped staffs and ceremonial trident-tipped poles. Several people wear saffron/orange shawls and clothing, and women in saffron and maroon saris walk among them. A child in white stands near the centre. The participants appear to be devotees accompanying the palanquin.2009-12-27Outdoor religious procession along a tree-lined path. A central figure in saffron-orange robes holds a brass-and-flower kalasha with a yellow-orange garland, flanked by two attendants in orange robes, one holding a golden staff. Behind them, a man in white dhoti and shawl with a rudraksha mala and women in cream and yellow saris carry trident-topped staffs, a golden ratha-style parasol, and a red-and-yellow umbrella with tassels. Devotees line the route in the background.2009-12-27