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Outdoors in bright daylight, rows of shaved-headed monastics in saffron-orange robes sit on tiered concrete steps, many with palms pressed together in namaskar. Several wear rudraksha malas and white forehead markings. In the foreground, a figure in white robes with a dark shawl also has hands folded. Behind them, ornate golden and orange ceremonial umbrellas and a red-and-white decorated structure stand above a crowd in white and red clothing. A tall temple gopuram rises in the background beside red-brick buildings.

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Large outdoor gathering on tiered red-and-white stone steps at an ashram ground. Many shaved-headed monks and sannyasis in saffron-orange robes sit in rows with palms pressed together in namaskar, several with white vibhuti stripes on their foreheads and rudraksha malas around their necks. Some wear pink-edged orange cloths. Behind them, a row of attendants in red and white stands at the rail, and several large orange parasols and decorated poles rise above the crowd. Red-and-gold ceremonial structures and a golden kalasha-topped shrine appear in the background beside a red building. Spectators fill the upper steps.2013-12-27Outdoor photograph of a large seated congregation on red stone steps at an ashram ceremony. Hundreds of saffron, orange and maroon-robed devotees sit in rows with palms pressed together. Orange and yellow parasols are raised above, and drummers in white dhotis stand at the upper left. Near the centre, a seated figure in a maroon and orange robe with a rudraksha mala and gold necklace sits on a raised orange platform, with a trident-tipped staff and ceremonial spears beside the steps. Several people on the steps hold staffs. The image shows a satsang or Avatar Day gathering.2013-12-27Outdoor photograph of a large assembly on red stone steps beside a water tank, with a golden ratha or chariot canopy at top left. Hundreds of people in saffron and orange robes sit in tiers, many with hands raised. Two men in white stand at the lower steps near a trident-topped staff. A central seated figure on a raised dais wears a golden-brown robe and ornate necklaces, flanked by orange and yellow umbrellas and empty ornate thrones on the steps. Many onlookers in white dhotis and saris stand along the top railing. Text not legible. The central figure is an unconfirmed candidate; the page places a person at this event but appearance cues are too limited to confirm.2013-12-27December 27 20132013-12-27Outdoor ceremony on wide red-tiled steps beside a pool, with a large crowd of saffron- and orange-robed sannyasis and women in orange and maroon seated in rows. Many attendees wear white. A central figure sits on a raised seat at the top of the steps, adorned with garlands, with a red-and-gold canopy and an ornate golden palanquin or chariot structure behind. Yellow and orange umbrellas, red umbrellas and trident-topped staffs stand among the crowd, and a seated attendant near the front holds a long staff. Empty orange armchairs flank the steps.2013-12-27December 27 20132013-12-27Outdoor photo of a large assembly of devotees in saffron and orange robes seated on tiered stone steps beside a water pool. Many monastics in orange sit in rows, some wearing rudraksha and hands raised in devotion. A central figure stands in a red-and-gold dhoti and sash with a long staff, facing the crowd. Behind them, a raised seated figure in white and gold sits beside a small table near a dais. Tall poles with bunting, palm fronds and orange and red parasols line the platform under a bright sky.2013-12-27Outdoor photo of a large ceremony on wide red stone steps beside water, with a golden ornate chariot or ratha-style structure with colourful draping at the top left. Many seated people in saffron and orange robes and maroon-red robes fill the steps, some holding long staffs topped with tridents or flags. A central seated figure in a dark or red robe sits on a raised platform, with orange and yellow parasols and chairs flanking the scene. Men in white dhotis and shirts stand along the upper railing and sides, and an attendant in white stands near the front. Red-and-white bunting and banana-leaf decorations line the upper area.2013-12-27Large outdoor gathering on tiered red steps beside a pool of pale green water. Many people in saffron and orange robes sit in rows, some holding long staffs topped with tridents, while others in white dhotis and white shirts stand along the upper steps. Orange and yellow umbrellas shade the area, and a decorated ceremonial structure with garlands and colourful cloth rises at the top. Orange cushioned seats are set on the steps, and a figure in saffron and red sits centrally near the middle platform, surrounded by attendants.2013-12-27A large outdoor gathering of saffron-robed sannyasis and devotees seated on tiered red stone steps before a golden ceremonial palanquin decorated with colourful draped fabric and banana-leaf poles. A central figure sits on an elevated seat, wearing an orange and gold garment and a red turban, flanked by a trident and standing ceremonial staffs. Many seated devotees in orange and maroon robes have their palms pressed together in greeting, while white-clad attendants stand along the steps holding orange and red umbrellas. Ceremonial flags and a crowd of onlookers fill the background.2013-12-27Outdoor ceremony on wide red-brick temple steps under a clear sky. Seated on orange-cushioned chairs are several saffron- and red-robed monastics. A central figure in a maroon-and-gold dhoti wears a red-and-white flower garland, gold necklaces and bangles, and gestures with raised hands. Behind them, a row of tall umbrellas in red, orange, purple and cream fringed silk stands above a large crowd of devotees in white dhotis and shawls, some with red sashes. A figure in saffron robes sits at the right with his legs crossed. The scene suggests a festival gathering with ceremonial shade umbrellas and seated dignitaries.2013-12-27Outdoor ceremony on wide red stone steps beside water, with a large crowd of saffron-robed sannyasis and seated devotees in orange and maroon clothing. A central figure in a white-trimmed cloth stands at the front holding a microphone, while a seated figure in saffron stands out on a raised platform near a golden canopy structure. Orange and yellow umbrellas, trident-tipped staffs and white-clad attendants surround the gathering, with a decorated golden ratha or palanquin-like structure at top left and banana-tree posts lining the terrace.2013-12-27