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Kolar,
the district head quarters town of the same name in the state of
Karnataka has a spiritual treasure atop a little hill, lying at a
distance of about 2 km from the central bus stand. This is an
ancient Siva temple of moderate proportions. Its unusual attraction
lies in the Nandi, installed on a high mandap in the middle of a big
tank. From its mouth there gushes out water perennially and falls
into the tank. Deeming it sacred and attributing it to Siva mahima,
devotees bathe with great enthusiasm. More than the Sivalinga, the
Nandi lures both theists and tourists throughout the year. It is
preferred for weekend picnics, so huge crowds seen then.
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