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A procession moves across grass under a corrugated metal roof, led by a barefoot figure in saffron-orange robes wearing a long white-and-orange garland with a red tassel. Behind them, men in white dhotis and shirts carry long poles supporting a red, yellow and green embroidered canopy banner with decorative fringe. On the left, a woman in a white sari with gold border carries a silver vessel with a green leaf and flowers. On the right, another woman in a white sari holds a flower. A camera operator in an orange garment films at the right edge, and a large speaker stands behind the canopy. A tent banner behind the procession shows Tamil text.

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November 11 20062006-11-11 +1 copiesA photograph of a procession under a temporary canopy on grass. In the foreground a woman in a white sari with a gold border carries a silver tray of flowers and leaves. Behind her a central figure in a saffron-orange robe with a long white and orange garland walks forward, flanked by men in white shirts and white dhotis holding tall poles that support a long red and saffron festoon banner with decorative pennants. Other women in white saris carry brass trays of offerings, and a crowd of onlookers stands in the background among trees and a stone structure.2008-11-11A procession moves under a open-sided shed with a corrugated metal roof. Pole-bearers in white dhotis and white shirts carry a long red and yellow embroidered canopy with decorative hangings on poles. In the centre, a man in an orange-saffron dhoti and a long orange-saffron wrap, wearing a white and orange garland and rudraksha-style beads, walks barefoot on the red earth. In the foreground, two women in white saris with gold borders carry brass trays of flowers, leaves and offerings. Other devotees in white follow along the grass, with banners and a dark speaker box visible at left, consistent with a ritual procession.2008-11-11A procession under a corrugated metal shed with a decorated red-and-white canopy valance and hanging colourful banners. Women in white saris with gold borders carry brass plates of flowers and offerings, one holding a green leaf-wrapped tray. Men in white dhotis and white shirts walk alongside, some in orange shawls, and a man in an orange robe with a garland stands in the centre. Other participants carry long poles and a decorated ceremonial fan-shaped banner. Grass ground, a red mat and stacked bricks lie at the side, and a small child watches at the right edge.2008-11-11A photograph of a ceremonial procession walking under a decorated canopy of colourful cloth panels with red, yellow, orange and green embroidered motifs. At centre, a figure in saffron-orange robes wears a long white and red flower garland and a rudraksha-style mala, walking barefoot on grass. Flanking the centre figure, men in white dhotis and shirts carry the canopy poles. On the left, a woman in a white sari with gold border holds a silver vessel decorated with leaves and flowers, and on the right a woman in a white sari with gold border carries a silver tray of flowers and leaves. Other devotees in white and saffron follow behind under a corrugated roof. A background poster shows a portrait of a man in orange turban and robes. a person appearance cues: the centre figure is in saffron with a garland, but the appearance is not distinctive enough to confirm identity.2008-11-11A procession on a dirt path outdoors under a cloudy sky. In the centre, a man in an orange saffron robe with long dark hair and a white-and-orange flower garland walks barefoot, with a person cue of swept-back long hair and saffron clothing. Around him, men in white dhotis and orange shawls carry a tall trident-like staff and a red-and-gold ceremonial canopy with embroidered fabric panels. Behind them, men and women in white clothing walk along. In the foreground, a woman in a white sari with a yellow border carries a brass tray of flowers and offerings on a banana leaf. Trees, a parked white van and a rocky hill appear in the background.2008-11-11Outdoor procession on grassy ground with a hillside of trees and rocks behind. A long red banner with yellow, blue and green panels printed with elephants and animal motifs is carried on two poles at top. Women in white saris with yellow borders carry brass plates or pots with flowers and leaves, and in the centre a woman in an orange sari wears a white flower garland. Men in white dhotis with orange shawls walk alongside carrying poles, and several people in white ritual dress follow. Decorated round fans or ceremonial umbrellas in red, orange and yellow with fringe hang above the group. A gilded ornate chariot or palanquin stands at the left edge. Several people are visible in the procession behind.2008-11-11July 11 20062006-07-11Outdoor procession under a long canopy of red, yellow and orange festive cloth with a sacred ceremonial structure above. A woman in a white sari with gold border carries a silver tray with a green leaf and flowers at left, and another woman in white sari carries a similar tray at right. In the centre, a woman in saffron-orange sari wearing a white and red flower garland walks smiling, and a man in white shirt and dhoti walks beside her. Several young men in white dhotis and orange cloths hold the canopy poles and walk barefoot on grass. Tents, white pillars and green trees frame the scene.2008-11-11Outdoor procession on grassy ground beneath trees and a cloudy sky. A woman with long dark hair wears an orange-saffron garment and a long white flower garland with red blossoms, walking forward. Behind her, a man in white shirt and trousers holds a long pole supporting a colourful ornate canopy with fringed tassels and red, green and navy banners. Women in white saris with gold borders carry brass trays of flowers and offerings. Men in white with orange shawls walk in the group. Red and orange ceremonial fans or umbrellas frame the left foreground. The scene resembles a welcoming procession with ritual offerings.2008-11-11November 11 20062006-11-11A procession walks along a red-dirt track outdoors under a cloudy sky with trees behind. At the front, a woman in a white sari with a gold border carries a brass tray of flowers and fruit. Behind her, a woman in an orange sari with a garland around her neck walks beside a man in white dhoti and orange shawl. Several people in white clothes carry a long, ornate red and blue canopy banner with embroidered elephant and motif panels, and smaller decorated umbrellas. A white van and a man in a striped shirt stand at the right edge. A woman in white carries a small vessel on the right, and a stone or carved surface is visible at the far right edge. About fifteen people are visible.2008-11-11