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The
main temple dedicated to Mallikarjuna is in the centre facing the
east. The Jyotirlinga, installed in the garbha griha is Swayambhu--self
manifested and the Lord is abiding at the request of the Princess
Chandravathi. Any devotee can offer puja to the linga without a
priest. And restriction of any kind like age, sex, caste, creed,
religion etc., are totally eliminated. A unique feature. A rare
privilege. And a commendable reform establishing thereby the
exemplary catholocity -- a much -- needed change, though ardently
craved for, is rarely extended by authorities or traditions.
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