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A photograph of an outdoor abhishekam at a large dark stone Shiva lingam set on a black plinth, encircled by an arch of marigold and multicoloured flower garlands. A metal staircase and platform on the left hold several saffron-robed priests with shaved heads and rudraksha malas; one presents a tray or plate while others hold offering vessels. A figure in saffron clothes with long dark hair, a red garland and a ceremonial tray stands at the top of the platform near the lingam. The backdrop is a red-orange building with white-framed windows, red and white bunting along the base, and a row of small lamps at the bottom.

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A large black stone lingam with a silver three-band yoni-pitha frame, decorated with a multicoloured floral garland arching over it in red, yellow, orange, purple and white. Behind it, a raised metal platform with stairs holds four men in saffron-orange robes: the foremost, with long dark hair and bare shoulders, holds a yellow flower, while others wear rudraksha malas, and one holds a brass puja vessel. Background shows a red multi-storey building, concrete blocks and an overcast sky, with orange-and-yellow bunting along the base.2013-07-08June 10 20132013-06-10 +1 copiesOutdoor photograph of a large dark black stone Shivalinga adorned with a multicolored garland of marigolds in yellow, orange, red, white and green wrapped around it in an arch. Several saffron-robed, shaved-headed priests stand on a metal scaffold platform with yellow and red flower garlands along its railing; the nearest priest holds a lit flame over the linga while others stand with palms joined in prayer. Behind them rise a red-orange building and a pale sky. The linga bears horizontal white marks and a silver band. The scene suggests an abhishekam or puja with an aarti flame, with the priests performing ritual worship.2013-07-29July 08 20132013-07-08Outdoor photo of a large black stone Shiva lingam on a yoni-shaped peetha base, garlanded with a multicoloured flower garland in red, yellow, white and purple. Behind it, a metal scaffolding staircase rises to a platform where about six saffron-robed monks stand with hands folded or holding items. One figure at the top right in saffron robes and bare upper body stands with hands together. Below, tiered stone seating is filled with more saffron-clad people. A red multi-storey building and a tree form the background.2013-06-17A large dark grey Shiva lingam stands on a tiered base wrapped in multicoloured marigold garlands, arched by a floral garland, at an outdoor temple space. Several saffron-robed monks stand on a metal staircase and platform beside it, some pouring liquid or offerings onto the lingam, while other monks in orange robes sit on red stone steps below. A red multi-storey building and construction blocks are in the background under a pale sky.2013-11-06A large black polished stone Shivalingam stands on a black stepped yoni-peetha base outdoors, decorated with a garland of red, white, yellow and purple flowers draped around its upper shaft and a silver plaque on its face. Several saffron-robed monks stand on a white metal staircase and platform beside the lingam, some holding items, with more saffron-robed figures in the background. Tiered red stone seating and potted plants fill the foreground steps, and a red-brick multi-storey building with unfinished rooftop pillars rises behind. Strings of orange and purple bunting cross above the scene. A red flower blurs at the right edge.2013-06-24Outdoor photograph of a large dark blue Shivalingam on a black stone base, decorated with a colourful garland of marigolds and red, yellow, green, purple and white flowers arranged in an arch. Silver bands are fixed around the lingam. A metal scaffold staircase with railings rises beside it, and several saffron-robed men stand on the platform and steps; the man at the top wears a saffron dhoti and shawl, a long rudraksha mala and a dark cap, and stands at the rail. Two figures on the stairs have their hands folded in anjali. Trees and a red multi-storey building stand behind, under an overcast sky. About six people are visible.2013-06-17Outdoor ritual scene at a large black stone lingam, the Shiva linga, draped with a garland of red, yellow, white and green flowers that arches over its top. On a raised white metal platform at left, several priests in orange-saffron robes and sacred thread stand with palms pressed together in prayer, some holding white offering bowls. A man with long dark hair, a saffron cloth and rudraksha beads stands at the platform's front edge near the linga. Behind, a multi-storey red building fills the background, and a red-tiered seating area holds rows of seated monks in orange, with potted plants and a few small decorated pots arranged on the steps at right. Two drummers in saffron clothes sit at lower right beside the steps.2013-06-10 +1 copiesA large dark grey Shiva lingam stands on a black base decorated with bands of marigold and flower garlands in orange, yellow, white, purple and green, with a flower arch over the top. Several saffron-robed monks stand on a steel staircase and platform at left, some pouring liquid over the lingam from vessels. More robed figures sit on red brick steps at right, and a red multi-storey building stands behind. The scene is an abhishekam ritual at an outdoor temple setting.2013-11-06November 06 20132013-11-06A large dark blue-grey Shivalinga stands on a black base, wrapped in a garland of red, yellow, white and purple flowers, with three horizontal white stripes of vibhuti or sacred ash marked on its face. Around it on a raised white metal platform and stairs, several saffron-robed priests in orange and maroon dhotis and shawls, many wearing rudraksha malas, pour liquid from metal vessels and pots over the linga as part of an abhishekam. A standing priest on the upper level holds a vessel above the linga. Red multi-storey buildings and small pots are in the background.2013-06-17