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Kotilingeshwara Temple a Hindu temple in the village of Kammasandra in Kolar district, Karnataka, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva. The temple has one of the largest Shivalingams in the world.
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Kotilingeshwara Temple a Hindu temple in the village of Kammasandra in Kolar district, Karnataka, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva. The temple has one of the largest Shivalingams in the world.
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This temple in Kammachandra , (Kodilingam Temple Road,) Ghattakamadenahalli, Kolar-563121 karnataka has been constructed by Swami Sambha Shiva Murthy in the year 1980. The first linga was stated to be installed in 1980 and since then there have been many lingas present in the temple. There is also a huge and tall Nandi installed beside the linga. The Basava statue ( Nandi ) is about 11 mt tall and sits over a huge platform.Within the premises of the temple, there are other temples for different deities. The first of them includes the temple of Lord Vishnu, Lord Brahma, and Lord Maheshwara temples.this is followed by a temple of Lord Kotilingeshwara. Besides the temples include Goddess Annapoorneshwari Temple, Goddess Karumaari Amma Temple, Lord Venkataramani Swamy Temple, Lord Panduranga Swamy Temple, Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshmana Temple, Lord Panchamukha Ganapathy Temple, Lord Anjaneya Temple, and finally Goddess Kannika Parameshwari Temple. The devotees can also offer special poojas by installing the lingas. These lingas can be installed on any day chosen by the devotees in their names. Regular poojas will be carried out and offered to all the lingas installed. The Shivalinga is 33 mts and is the tallest in the World..It is s surrounded by a large number of Shivalingas spread across the area. It was informed that the project involves an establishment of one crore shivalingas n hence it is named Kotilingeshwara..The nearest airport to Kolar is located at Bangalore. From the airport, travelers can hire cabs or rely on public transport to reach Kolar.There is a well-connected rail network from Bangalore, Mangalore, Hassan, Kolar and Hubli.If you want to reach the temple by road, you need to head through Kolar. Kolar is at a distance of 2.5 hours from Bangalore.
Raman SankaranaryananRaman Sankaranaryanan
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Kotilingeshwara Temple: A Sacred Site of Countless Shiv Lingas 1) The Temple's Significance with Over 90 Lakh Shiv Lingas Kotilingeshwara Temple, located in the village of Kammasandra, Kolar district, Karnataka, is renowned for its staggering number of Shiv Lingas. The temple houses over 9 million (90 lakh) Shiv Lingas, making it one of the largest collections of these sacred symbols of Lord Shiva in the world. The Lingas are of various sizes, ranging from small ones to towering structures, the tallest being around 108 feet. The temple has a spiritual atmosphere that draws thousands of devotees each year. This unique aspect of the temple makes it a major pilgrimage site for Lord Shiva's devotees. 2) A Place with Lord Brahma and Saraswati as Deities. What sets Kotilingeshwara Temple apart from many other Shiva temples is its inclusion of deities not typically worshipped alongside Shiva. Here, Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe, is worshipped. This is unique because Brahma rarely has temples dedicated solely to him due to his role in the cosmic order. At Kotilingeshwara, Brahma is venerated along with his consort Goddess Saraswati, the embodiment of knowledge, music, and arts. This combination of deities emphasizes the temple’s inclusive nature, recognizing not only the Destroyer (Shiva) but also the Creator (Brahma) and the goddess of wisdom and learning, Saraswati. The Tallest Nandi Statue: Besides the Shiv Lingas, the temple also features an enormous **Nandi statue**, standing around 35 feet tall. Nandi, the bull, is Lord Shiva's vahana (vehicle) and an essential figure in Shiva temples, representing devotion and strength. This grand statue adds to the temple's grandeur and significance.
abhishek gopeabhishek gope
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Kotilingeshwara Temple is popular and one of the most holy Hindu temples in India. It is situated in the village of Kammasandra in Kolar district, Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is known for having one of the largest lingas in the world. In Kannada, 'Koti' refers to one crore, and Kotilingeshwara is home to one crore Shivalingas.The temple has a magnificent structure that catches the attention of devotees and tourists. The linga is surrounded by several thousand smaller lingas made of various materials, including stone, brass, and silver. In total, there are around one crore or ten million lingas present in the temple complex. Timings: 6:00 am- 9:00 pm Entry Fee: Rs 20 per person Parking Charges: Rs 30 It was in 1980 when Swami Sambha Shiva Murthy built this temple. Since the 1980 installation of the first linga, the temple has housed other lingas. Beside the linga, there's also a massive, towering Nandi. The 11m tall Nandi sits atop a massive platform. There are 11 small temples dedicated to various deities located on the temple's grounds. The temple premises that feature the massive Nandi statue (35 ft tall) make it one of the largest Nandi statues in the world. The massive linga (108 ft tall) is made of a single granite stone.
GANESH G VGANESH G V
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I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Kotilingeshwara Temple, and the experience was truly spiritual and enriching. The sheer scale of the temple, with its millions of Shiva lingams, is awe-inspiring and provides a profound sense of peace and divinity.The temple grounds are well-maintained, clean, and organized, which significantly enhances the overall experience. The main lingam, standing at an impressive height, is a sight to behold and creates a powerful focal point for worship.The staff and volunteers were courteous and helpful, guiding visitors through the various parts of the temple with respect and patience. The facilities, including the restrooms and the parking area, were adequate and convenient for the large number of visitors.The spiritual ambiance of the temple is further amplified by the serene surroundings and the sound of devotional music playing softly in the background. It is a place where one can truly disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life and connect with a higher power.Overall, my visit to Kotilingeshwara Temple was a memorable and uplifting experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking spiritual solace and a unique devotional experience
Santosh KumarSantosh Kumar
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Visited this temple after a long time with family on a Sunday. The entry fee is 20/- per person. It was pretty crowded and the queue system is quite a mess. It is pretty difficult to pass through the long queues with a baby. There are many small temples inside and they have made the queue in such a way that you have to pass them all before you are able to see the big Shiva Linga. The priest inside one of the temples hardly gave people time to even pray or stand before the diety. He kept pushing them to move ahead. This place needs a better management system in place. It is quite difficult for senior citizens and young kids to walk around. However, the temples and the Shiva lingas are well maintained. I would recommend everyone to visit this place to see the Koti (Crore) Lingas, but would suggest you to visit on weekdays as opposed to weekends. Apart from this, there is plenty of parking space available here. However it is charged. You can keep your footwear at the stand before entering the temple and they charge 5/- per pair. A few handful small eateries are present outside the temple premises. Dress code : Indian wear for women and men.
Sanjana PaiSanjana Pai
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Located within the narrow roads. Best to follow google maps and navigate. A little off road kind of village single roads. Be careful to plan the journey on rainy days and other alarming days. Ample amount of parking space. Good parking for a minimum charge of upto 50 INR. It has many sub temples within the main temple. The huge shiva linga can be seen only after the mandatory visit of the all other temples. The entire temple management felt very much commercial more than spiritual or devotional. The sanctity of the temple is not very much seen. This is the famous temple that comes in an old Kannada/Telugu bilingual movie of Manjunatha acted by Actors like Dr.Ambareesh and Megastar Chiranjeevi. Otherwise, it’s wonderful to see the huge and humongous shiva linga of 40-60 feet at-least and many other close to 1 crore shiva lingas of all sizes. You can shop near the shops available nearby. Restrooms are available, not very clean and tidy especially it could be difficult for woman. Aaradhya Grand is the nearest best hotel nearby 30-40 kilometres for pure veg food. Have a good journey. Good place for families and groups to visit.
sudhir malyalasudhir malyala
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