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Outdoor abhishekam at a large dark grey Shiva lingam with a multicoloured flower garland draped down its right side and white and red garlands on the steps. Several priests in saffron and orange dhotis stand on a metal staircase around the lingam; one priest in the upper centre wears a red garland and beads and pours liquid from a white vessel, while another on the right wears an orange shawl and a rudraksha-style necklace. A devotee in orange stands at the lower left. Behind them are red stone steps, white and orange tent canopies, orange and purple decorations, a row of spectators behind railings, and a black speaker at left.

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A large dark blue-grey Shivalinga is being bathed on a platform at an outdoor temple-like space. Priests stand on a metal scaffold beside it, some in saffron and orange robes, others in reddish-brown dhotis and bare upper bodies, wearing rudraksha and gold necklaces. A man in a dark robe and maroon shawl with a white turban-like head covering pours liquid from a container onto the linga. The linga is draped with a multicoloured flower garland of red, yellow, purple and white blossoms, and red-and-white garlands hang on the railings. Red-tiered steps, orange and white bunting, and a white canopy form the backdrop. Abhishekam is being performed.2013-07-08A large dark grey Shiva lingam is being bathed on a stepped red-tiered platform outdoors. A multicoloured garland of red, yellow, green, purple and white flowers drapes over its top. Three priests in orange-saffron dhotis and shawls stand on a metal staircase with railings; the central figure wears a gold necklace and a rudraksha mala and pours liquid over the lingam. Another priest in orange stands at the top right, and a further priest in orange is on the lower left. Red and white flower garlands hang along the railings. Behind, white and orange bunting, pink flower strings, and a few standing spectators under trees complete the scene. Several onlookers are visible in the background.2013-07-08November 04 20132013-11-04A large black polished Shiva lingam stands on a circular black platform, draped with a multicoloured garland of yellow, white, red and green flowers. Several priests in orange-saffron dhoti and shawl stand on a metal staircase and railing behind it, holding white bowls and offerings; one priest near the centre wears a rudraksha mala and gold necklace. Rows of small black lingams line the red-tiered wall on the right, and an orange building sits in the background. The lingam is decorated with silver-toned bands and the platform holds water. Visible priests number about six.2013-06-10 +1 copiesA large grey Shivalinga stands in the foreground, draped with a garland of marigolds and multicoloured flowers in red, yellow, white and purple, with silver ornamental bands at its base. Several saffron-robed priests stand on a metal scaffold platform pouring liquid over the linga from vessels, one holding a pot. Each wears rudraksha malas and has bare, shaved heads. Behind them, women in saffron sarees sit among rows of small black shivalinga-shaped stands in a brick-walled courtyard, with a red building and trees in the background. The scene shows abhishekam, a ritual anointing of the Shivalinga.2013-11-04June 10 20132013-06-10November 04 20132013-11-04Outdoor abhishekam at a large black stone shivalinga on a circular platform. Several priests in saffron and orange dhotis stand on a metal staircase around the linga; one man in the centre wears a red and white garland and rudraksha mala and pours liquid from a vessel over the top. A long multicoloured flower garland in red, white, yellow, purple and green wraps the linga. Behind, seated devotees in white and dark clothing watch from red stone steps, while musicians in orange clothes play a drum and horn-like instruments on the right, with a palm tree and red-roofed buildings beyond the railings.2013-06-03A large dark grey Shiva lingam stands on a circular black peetha base with a water channel spilling over its edge, draped with a multicolour marigold garland. Two people stand on a metal staircase beside the lingam: one in saffron-orange robes with a shaved head and one in a red garment, while a third figure in white stands at the top. Behind them, dozens of people in white clothing sit on red tiered steps watching, under a red and white bunting and orange garland decorated outdoor pavilion.2013-07-08A large black stone Shiva lingam stands on a dark circular yoni peetha base, draped with a multicoloured garland of red, yellow, green and white flowers and scattered petals. Behind it, on a red-brick stepped amphitheatre with metal railings, several saffron-robed sannyasis stand on a raised platform wearing red and orange garlands, while more saffron-clad figures sit along the steps at the right. A white-clad figure stands near the steps, and a red-and-white floral garland runs along the handrails. Orange bunting and red tents decorate the background.2013-07-01October 28 20132013-10-28A large dark grey lingam with a multicolour flower garland draped over its upper half stands on a round water-filled base in an open outdoor ceremony. Two priests stand on a metal staircase beside it: one with a shaved head and orange-brown cloth, the other with long dark hair, a red-and-white garland and gold necklaces, holding a small vessel. Behind them rows of seated people in white clothes sit on red stone steps, and a few are at the left edge.2013-07-08