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Outdoor photo of a large black stone Shivalinga on a raised platform, decorated with multicoloured marigold and other flower garlands in yellow, orange, purple, white and green, with a silver tripundra-style band and a silver emblem on its face. Behind it stands a red multi-storey building with rows of rooftop spires. On the left, a staircase with banana plant decorations leads to a upper platform where several saffron-robed monks stand, one in a red shawl near the top holding his hands together in añjali. Rows of seated saffron-clad devotees fill the red stone steps in the foreground. Red and white draped fabric decorates the stage area. Dusk sky.

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A photograph of a large black Shivalinga on a square plinth standing in shallow water, decorated with a silver-framed yantra-like symbol on its face and draped with multicoloured flower garlands in red, orange, yellow, green and white. A ring of marigold-style garlands arches over the top of the lingam. Behind it, a red multi-storey building with stepped rows of seating and tiered red terraces; along the left staircase and upper platforms, several figures in saffron-orange robes stand with hands folded in prayer, appearing to be monks or devotees. The scene has a dusky blue evening sky.2013-11-06November 06 20132013-11-06A large black Shiva lingam stands on a raised platform at dusk, draped in garlands of marigolds and multicoloured flower strings in red, orange, yellow, purple and white, with silver ornaments on its face. Behind it, rows of people in saffron and orange robes sit in tiers on red steps, and a few standing figures in white and orange are on a metal walkway to the left. Potted plants line the terrace, a red multi-storey building rises behind, and water surrounds the platform.2013-07-22A large black Shivalinga stands at the centre of a red-walled courtyard, draped in bands of marigold and mixed flower garlands in orange, yellow, purple and green, with a flower arch over its top. Saffron-robed sannyasis stand on a metal staircase and platform at left, one raising an arm, and more saffron-robed figures stand in rows on the steps at right beside potted plants. Rows of seated devotees fill the tiered red steps, and white banners with red and yellow drapes hang along the back. A small pool of water surrounds the base. The lingam is adorned for a Guru Purnima celebration at Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam.2013-07-22A large black Shiva lingam stands on a circular platform draped with a band of marigold garlands in orange, yellow, green, red and white, with a garland arch over the top. Around it, a shallow water pool reflects the scene. Several saffron-robed monks stand on a white metal staircase and walkway at left and centre, some holding ritual items, while more saffron-clad figures are seated in rows along red-brick terraces lined with small black shivalingams. A tall red building is behind. Rudrabhishekam-style ritual setting at an outdoor shrine.2013-11-06Outdoor view of a large black Shiva lingam on a raised square platform above a reflecting water pool, its upper shaft decorated with a silver-banded yoni-style base and a curved arch of multicoloured marigold garlands in red, yellow, white, purple and green. Its base is wrapped in tiered strings of orange, yellow, green and white marigold garlands. Behind it, a metal staircase leads up a red terraced amphitheatre lined with seats where many saffron-robed monks and priests stand and sit. Several saffron-robed figures stand on the stairs and railings near the lingam, one holding an object. The scene is part of a rudrabhishekam ritual setting at Aadikailaasa.2013-11-06A large black Shiva lingam stands at the centre of a tiered red-brick stepped platform, adorned with a multicoloured floral garland arch of marigolds and an orange, yellow, green and white flower skirt draped around its base. Silver ornamental bands wrap the lingam. Around it, several saffron-robed priests with bare upper bodies stand on a raised metal walkway, some with palms joined in namaskar and others holding ritual items, while more robed attendants stand on the lower tiers. Terracotta pots and small green plants line the back wall, and rows of small black lingams are set into the brickwork on both sides. Red-brick building walls and a metal railing frame the scene. No one in the scene is clearly identifiable as a person.2013-11-06July 29 20132013-07-29A large black Shiva lingam stands on a raised platform surrounded by water, dressed with colourful garland strands in purple, orange, yellow, white and green hanging around its base, with a garland-wrapped arch behind it. A silver-adorned yoni-style base with a decorated front panel sits in a shallow pool. On the left a metal staircase with garlands leads to a raised stand where two robed figures in red and orange stand. Behind, tiered stone steps hold many people in orange and saffron robes seated in rows. Red multi-storey buildings with banana plants and bunting frame the scene. Evening light gives a blue cast to the scene.2013-07-22A large dark stone Shiva lingam stands on a red and white base within a water-filled tank, decorated with a multicoloured garland arch and hanging marigold and flower garlands in orange, yellow, purple and green. Banana leaves and garlands frame a raised staircase and platform where several saffron-robed monks stand and sit, one gesturing. Rows of red seats hold many saffron-robed devotees, and a red multi-storey building and a camera crane are behind. Ritual abhishekam setting with the lingam adorned for worship.2013-07-22A large black stone Shivling stands on a square platform in a water tank, decorated with garlands in red, yellow, green, purple and white flowers draped around its base and column. Banana plants and tall flower garlands frame the stairs leading up to a raised red-carpeted platform beside it. Several people stand on the platform, including one in red and gold near the top, while rows of seated devotees in white and orange fill the tiered stands at right and left.2013-07-22July 22 20132013-07-22