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Outdoor abhishekam at a large grey stone Shivalinga on a black stone yoni-peetha base, with milky liquid streaming down its surface. Priests in orange and saffron dhotis stand on a metal scaffold at the top, one pouring from a brass vessel, while garlands of red, yellow and white flowers hang on the lingam. In front, a gilded ornate throne holds a small seated figure in a pink turban and pink robes wearing flower garlands; the figure is a statue or printed image rather than a living person. Two orange-clad priests stand beside the throne, one holding a brass pot. Brass pots and vessels sit on a red-and-white striped platform above water, and spectators sit on red steps in the background.

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November 11 20162016-11-11Outdoor abhishekam at a large grey stone Shivalinga on a stepped riverside platform under a clear blue sky. Several men in orange and saffron dhotis stand on a metal staircase at the top of the lingam, one pouring water from a brass vessel over its crown while others attend. A garland of marigolds and red flowers wraps the lingam's base. Below, a golden throne with a red cushion holds a seated figure in pink and white garlands, which is a statue or depiction rather than a physical person. Brass pots and vessels sit on the platform, and a shirtless priest in orange cloth walks past carrying a pot. Tiered steps behind hold seated devotees and a wall with flags.2016-11-11 +1 copiesNovember 11 20162016-11-11 +1 copiesNovember 11 20162016-11-11 +1 copiesOutdoor photo of a large black stone Shivalinga rising from a wide dark stone yoni-pitha basin at a temple tank, with water flowing down the sides. Several people in saffron and orange robes stand around it: one saffron-clad priest at the front right gestures toward the linga, another in orange stands at left beside a tall brass pole, and a few in white or light shirts and pants stand nearby. Five large brass vessels sit on the platform ahead, and a metal staircase with a drum-like structure rises at left. Red-and-white striped platform edges, rows of red stone seating and orange flags complete the setting. a person not clearly identifiable from appearance, so presented as a generic priest-led abhishekam scene.2017-03-26November 27 20162016-11-27 +1 copiesJuly 01 20132013-07-01March 26 20172017-03-26A large grey Shiva lingam on a black circular base is being bathed with milk-like liquid poured over its top, with a multicoloured flower garland draped down its side. Several shaved-headed priests in saffron-orange dhotis and shawls stand on a metal staircase and platform beside the lingam, some holding vessels and pouring offerings. Behind them are red brick buildings with green roofs, stone seating tiers, and a bus. The scene reads as a Rudrabhishekam abhishekam ritual.2013-11-04June 10 20132013-06-10October 28 20132013-10-28A 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