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A large black stone Shivalingam stands on a circular black yoni-pitha base filled with water, with a multicolour flower garland draped over the lingam. Behind it, saffron-robed monks stand on red-tiered steps, one with hands folded in añjali near the top of a railing. A woman in white clothes stands on the steps at left, and a few other monks in orange sit or stand along the stairs. Red-roofed buildings and trees form the backdrop.

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June 04 20132013-06-04 +1 copiesJune 04 20132013-06-04A large black stone Shiva lingam stands on a tiered black yoni-pitha base in shallow water, draped with a multicoloured flower garland of red, yellow, white and purple blooms. Rose petals float on the water around its base. Behind it, saffron-robed priests stand on red stepped platforms, a few with hands folded in prayer, one in white dhoti at left. A figure in saffron at the top of the lingam appears to be performing abhishekam with water and offerings. White railings and a red-roofed building appear in the background.2013-06-04 +1 copiesJune 04 20132013-06-04June 04 20132013-06-04 +1 copiesA large black stone Shivalingam on a circular yoni-peetha base stands on a raised platform, draped with a multicolour garland of red, yellow, white and purple flowers. Water flows over the base into a spout. Behind it, several priests in orange-red dhotis and shawls, some with rudraksha malas, stand on a metal staircase and one holds a lit lamp, performing an abhishekam-style ritual. A woman in an orange sari stands on red steps to the right. Red stone steps and a railing frame the scene.2013-06-05June 04 20132013-06-04 +1 copiesA large black polished Shiva lingam stands on a stone yoni-peetha base in water, decorated with a multicoloured flower garland of red, yellow, white and purple blossoms draped around it. Several saffron-robed priests stand on a metal staircase and platform at the upper left, apparently attending the ritual, with a red brick stepped bank behind. Partially visible priests in orange cloth and bare-headed figures appear at the edge of the frame, with white railings and a construction area in the background.2013-06-04June 04 20132013-06-04 +1 copiesJune 04 20132013-06-04 +1 copiesA large black Shivling stands on a stepped circular yoni pedestal outdoors, draped with a multicoloured flower garland and streams of white liquid pouring from the spout during abhishekam. Two or three priests in saffron and orange robes stand on a raised platform beside the lingam, one pouring from a vessel. Behind, tiered red steps and a metal railing lead up; a row of seated devotees in white clothing fills the stands, with more seated people further left and a scattered group on the steps. Red and orange bunting decorates the back wall.2013-07-08June 04 20132013-06-04 +1 copies