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A photograph of a large yoga session in a hall with many women seated cross-legged on striped mats, most in black tops and some in colourful kurtas or saris. Several participants wear long necklaces or beads; one older woman in the front centre wears a dark top with a beaded mala. A fine metal scaffold and hanging lamps appear at the top of the frame.

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December 19 20162016-12-19A large seated group of participants fills a hall for a yoga session. In the centre, a woman in black clothes sits cross-legged with hands joined at her chest, and beside her a woman in black with long dark hair presses her palms together. Many others in black tops and some in white or coloured clothing sit on mats and cushions, while people in the foreground face away from the camera. Water bottles and a red cloth sit on the mats, and a standing fan is at the left edge. A projection screen with colourful imagery is visible at the top. No clearly identifiable a person figure is visible in this view.2016-12-19A large crowd of women sits cross-legged on colourful striped mats in a hall with deep red curtains and stage lighting. Most wear black t-shirts and black or patterned pants, with some in pink, striped white, or red-orange tops; several wear beaded necklaces. In the upper background, on a raised red-draped stage, a man in dark clothing sits near golden ceremonial stands and a trident-like finial, while a figure in white and cream stands near the left stage edge. A green-and-blue image of a bird-like logo appears at top left. Many attendees sit with eyes closed or hands folded in meditation.2016-12-18A large seated audience of hundreds fills a hall during a yoga session. Most participants sit cross-legged on colourful striped mats, many in black tops and black pants, some in grey or white. Several women clap with palms together, and many wear pendant necklaces and bangles. In the background a large red velvet throne with white-and-gold trim stands on a decorated dais, and a partially visible figure in white and orange appears near the top right, though the throne is unoccupied in view. Foreground women look toward the front; a woman in a grey top sits at left and an older woman with glasses and an orange scarf sits in front. Ornate stained-glass windows and draped white fabric decorate the hall.2016-12-18December 19 20162016-12-19A large indoor yoga or meditation session with many participants seated cross-legged on colourful striped mats and blankets across a red-orange floor. Most wear black, pink, teal and white clothing; some sit on bolsters and cushions with bags and water bottles nearby. Near the centre a woman in white clothes sits with her hands pressed together in namaste, facing forward. Behind them, beds and a green-and-white backdrop are visible. Many participants appear attentive and seated quietly.2016-12-14December 18 20162016-12-18December 19 20162016-12-19A crowded indoor hall with a large group of participants seated on mats and cushions, many dressed in black, some in orange, yellow or blue. In the foreground a woman in a black top and grey socks sits cross-legged with her palms pressed together in prayer, while nearby a woman with a short bob and a man in orange wear rudraksha-style beads on a mat. A standing fan stands at left and stacked chairs appear in the background beneath a colourful banner. No clearly identifiable a person is visible; the scene shows participants in a yoga or meditation session.2016-12-19December 05 20162016-12-05A large photograph of a seated group meditation or yoga session in a hall, with well over a hundred participants sitting cross-legged on colourful striped mats. Most wear black or dark tops, with some in purple, teal, pink and red. Many have their eyes closed or hands resting on their knees. At the back, a large gilded deity murti and a projection screen are visible, with red drapes framing the stage area.2016-12-17A large indoor hall filled with many seated participants in a meditation or yoga session, most with palms pressed together in anjali mudra and eyes closed. Most wear black t-shirts and black leggings or dark clothing, with some in patterned trousers and grey tops. They sit on colourful striped mats and folded rugs in red, blue, green and yellow, with small water bottles and cups around them. Stacks of colourful folded mats line the back wall, and a large screen above shows a live feed. A standing attendant in an olive-brown robe is at the right edge, and a cameraman with a tripod operates at the rear. Several participants wear beaded necklaces and bracelets. No clearly identifiable a person figure is visible in this view.2016-12-19